Monday Morning Mojo
455 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsFresh insights to jump start your week from Cannon Financial Institute's Executive Chairman, Phil Buchanan.
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Episode 505 - Asking the Right Questions
August 16, 2021 04:02 - 7 minutes - 16.5 MBNot all questions are of equal value. “How much are you willing to spend” isn’t only a bad question, it’s offensive to many. In this episode, Phil uses a recent buying experience to show the effective difference in how you ask for information during the discovery stage. Listen in to hear a better way to approach this process. Resources: Persimmon Golf Clubs - https://www.persimmongolf.co.uk/ Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send Firs...
Episode 504 - Apply the Lesson
August 09, 2021 04:02 - 3 minutes - 8.44 MBHave you ever watched a ‘How to’ video to learn something new? In this episode, Phil shares a recent ‘How to’ video he used to make butter poached lobster. It’s important to always be learning, but what’s even more important is to apply what you learn. That’s where the growth happens! Resources: Thomas Keller, owner of French Laundry in Napa, CA – How to video for Butter Poached Lobster - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8zj9Ix69ig The Cirrus Corporation, makers of Piston and Jet Air...
Episode 503 - Lessons from Mammaw
August 02, 2021 04:02 - 4 minutes - 11 MBIn this episode, Phil reflects on a memorable trip he recently took with his youngest daughter, Ally. They crossed paths with a seventy-eight year old women during their zip-lining adventure who they will never forget. When’s the last time you did something for the first time? Step outside of your comfort zone, like Mammaw. Listen in to hear the full story. Resources: “For The First Time.” Darius Rucker - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkZIF4mmztc Please send Comments, Questions, an...
Episode 502 - Yeah, but...
July 26, 2021 04:02 - 5 minutes - 12.4 MBVisionaries and dreamers can change the world, so it is important that we encourage and support them. The story of Amazon is a great example! In this episode, Phil challenges us to not simply ask questions or dissuade such ideas but to seek to understand them. Resources: Amazon - https://www.bbc.com/news/business-48884596 Jeff Bezos - https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/20/science/bezos-blue-origin-space.html Richard Branson - https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/11/science/richard-branson-vi...
Episode 501 - A Life of Love
July 19, 2021 04:02 - 5 minutes - 13.6 MBThe lesson in this episode is simple; be kind, be intentional, and love one another. Listen in as Phil reflects on three people close to him who lived a life worth emulating. Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: [email protected]
Episode 500 - Looking Back
July 12, 2021 20:00 - 10 minutes - 23.9 MBToday I had the opportunity to record the 500th episode of Monday Morning Mojo live. It was a unique honor to share this milestone with you, and I am grateful for all the support over these nearly 10 years. If you missed it, I invite you to watch a replay of the episode HERE. And a special thank you to the behind the scenes Cannon Financial Institute team, Sarah Jones and Dan Manske. Resources: Parody of ”I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” - The Proclaimers by Chris Nekvinda, PhD - https://www.y...
Episode 499 - Unsung Heroes
July 06, 2021 04:02 - 6 minutes - 15.3 MBSuccess is not possible without unsung heroes. In this episode, Phil shares the behind-the-scenes roles that four individuals have played in project’s successes: an aerial photographer, a golf caddy, and the production team for this podcast. Who is an unsung hero you can acknowledge and thank? Listen in to hear what these four individuals and all unsung heroes have in common. Resources: Civil Air Patrol - https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/ U.S. Open - https://www.usopen.com/ Jon Rham ...
Episode 498 - Common Ground
June 28, 2021 04:01 - 8 minutes - 18.4 MBIt’s the first day of summer, and at the end of this week, we will celebrate the Fourth of July. In this episode, Phil shares the importance of finding common ground by using examples in history. Tune in to hear the story behind why we celebrate Independence Day on July 4th. Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: [email protected]
Episode 497 - Preparing for Rain
June 21, 2021 04:02 - 4 minutes - 10.8 MBIt’s important to live in the moment, but all the while, you need to be also preparing for the future. In this episode, Phil uses a personal example of buying a winter coat in the heat of summer to reiterate the advantages of preparing for the future. He also shares a lesson he learned from a movie. Resources: Scene referenced from Facing the Giants - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAxwS8KyMQQ Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send F...
Episode 496 - Yes and...?
June 14, 2021 04:02 - 7 minutes - 16.5 MBRecently, Phil was a guest on the Secrets to Scale podcast where he talked about intrapersonal communications and their importance for creating scale and growth in businesses. In this episode, Phil continues that conversation by exploring three ranges of communication skills. Where do you rank and how can you improve your skills? Listen in to find out! Resources: Secrets to Scale podcast, host Ali Jordan, Chief Operations Officer of LibertyFi, LLC - https://libertyfi.com/podcast/phil-b...
Episode 495 - Together Again
June 07, 2021 04:02 - 4 minutes - 10.4 MBWe have all missed communal experiences over the last year. Thankfully, opportunities to gather in person and connect are finally happening again and are in high demand as people are looking to make up for lost time! In this episode, Phil shares his recent experience at a live outdoor concert. He highlights the importance of wealth advisors using communal events to connect and engage with their client’s families. Listen in as he shares the return on engagements and connecting. Resources:...
Episode 494 - Movin’ On Up
June 01, 2021 04:02 - 7 minutes - 16.4 MBIt is moving season for Phil! He just moved to a new temporary corporate office and will move to the new permanent headquarters later this fall. In between, he will move his youngest daughter to college and his oldest daughter to a new townhome. In this episode, he outlines seven basic life skills that moving requires and life demands. He encourages you to do an honest assessment of yourself. What skills can you work on improving? Resources: The Jefferson’s Theme Song - https://www.tel...
Episode 493 - Life Changes
May 24, 2021 04:02 - 5 minutes - 12.6 MBIn this episode, Phil shares his emotions as his youngest daughter graduated high school this past weekend. Graduation is bittersweet not only for graduates but also for their families and friends. No matter what stage of life we are in, we should embrace it and celebrate it; don’t wish away time. Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: [email protected]
Episode 492 - It’s Just Not the Same
May 17, 2021 04:02 - 9 minutes - 21.4 MBIn this episode, Phil has his upcoming birthday on his mind. He reflects on the expression, “It’s just not the same” and whether that is a negative or positive sentiment. Listen in as he offers multiple examples of how change can bring improvements. Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: [email protected]
Episode 491 - Yes, to you!
May 10, 2021 04:02 - 7 minutes - 16.6 MBExercise is beneficial to physical health, but it also positively impacts our mental health. Group exercise is especially motivating. Unfortunately, one of the constraints of the pandemic was limited or no group workouts. Like many others, Phil turned to digital exercise platform, the Peloton bike, where he was introduced to Leanne Hainsby. Who is she? For leaders and aspiring leaders alike, Leanne Hainsby is a leader with characteristics to emulate. What are those characteristics? Listen ...
Episode 490 - Wasted Energy
May 03, 2021 04:02 - 6 minutes - 15.8 MBDo you ever find yourself in a bad mood for no reason? There is always a reason. In this episode, Phil shares three recent conversations that were responsible for his bad mood. We all fall into energy-sucking thoughts; these individuals were wasting energy on being close-minded, blaming others, and being stuck in the past. Be aware and intentional about how your mental and physical energy is being spent; don’t waste it! Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: mojo@...
Episode 489 - The Main Thing
April 26, 2021 04:02 - 5 minutes - 12.6 MBLong-term plans allow a vision to be passed along. They force us to have patience and perspective, and most importantly, they encourage the plan to be fluid, constantly being tweaked to achieve the ‘end goal.’ There are many days on the calendar that mark time. For Phil, April 30th and May 1st are two of those dates. Why are these dates significant to him? Listen in to learn about his long-term plan. Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected]...
Episode 488 - Slow It Down and Keep Moving
April 19, 2021 04:02 - 5 minutes - 12.3 MBPhil’s youngest daughter is graduating high school next month and will be off to college this fall, leaving he and his wife as “empty nesters.” How many of you can relate? Change is inevitable. We cannot control the speed at which life moves, but we can slow down and enjoy it. In this episode, Phil encourages us to live with tempered tenacity. Listen in to hear more. Resources: Kyle McDonald, “We can’t move the clock any faster than it’s going now.” Thomas Rhett, Be a Light - https...
Episode 487 - To Whom Much is Given
April 12, 2021 04:02 - 5 minutes - 13.6 MBIn this episode, Phil reflects on the cause and effect of people and their actions. He advises that our success is shaped over time and interwoven with others’ work in our lives. Opportunity and hard work alone do not necessarily ensure success. It takes help, a connected community of people empowering our potential. Listen in as Phil guides us through our responsibilities to the efforts of others. Resources: Money Management Institute - https://www.mminst.org/ Britain’s Got Talent...
Episode 486 - Hope Springs Eternal
April 05, 2021 04:02 - 6 minutes - 14.7 MBFor sports enthusiasts like Phil, today is the middle of the best 10 days of the year in the sports world. Major League Baseball has started, the NCAA Men’s Basketball tournament is in its final rounds, and the Masters Golf Tournament tees off this week. One year ago, these sports were postponed/cancelled. What carried us through was hope and optimism. Listen in! Resources: Alexander Pope, An Essay on Man - https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/44899/an-essay-on-man-epistle-i Pleas...
Episode 485 - Let It Go
March 29, 2021 04:02 - 6 minutes - 14.2 MBLyrics are powerful. In this episode, Phil shares the lyrics to two well known songs, “Defying Gravity” from Wicked and “Let It Go” from Frozen. He encourages us to complete an exercise this week; listen in to hear more about it. When we let things go, we too can defy gravity. Resources: “Defying Gravity,” Wicked, Kristin Chenoweth and Idina Menzel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEq3xM-i0Ng “Let It Go,” Frozen, Idina Menzel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moSFlvxnbgk Naval R...
Episode 484 - Pick Your Hard
March 22, 2021 04:02 - 4 minutes - 10.7 MB“There are two pains in life. There is the pain of discipline and the pain of disappointment. If you can handle the pain of discipline, then you'll never have to deal with the pain of disappointment.” - Nick Saban, University of Alabama Head Football Coach Life is hard, but perspective is everything. In this episode, Phil reminds us that we are in control of how we approach “the hard” in our life; we get to choose how we navigate the obstacles. Which hard path will you take this week? R...
Episode 483 - What’s the Risk?
March 15, 2021 04:02 - 5 minutes - 12 MBIn this episode, Phil shares the effects of asking for and receiving advice from others. When we look to others for guidance, we learn something. Ask for advice this week; you will be amazed at the willingness of others to help and how that eventually helps you. Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: [email protected]
Episode 482 - The “P’s” of The Past Year
March 08, 2021 05:02 - 4 minutes - 11.2 MBIt’s been a year but as they say, “time marches on.” We will continue to Persevere. As Phil prepares for his family’s Spring Break, he reflects on all the twists and turns of the past year: Pandemic, Protests, Progress, Politics, Polarization, and Prosperity. Listen in to hear more on these six “P’s.” Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: [email protected]
Episode 481 - Are You Ready For The Storm?
March 01, 2021 05:02 - 6 minutes - 14 MBA caution light in your car/plane, winter storms, the COVID-19 pandemic. Redundancy and back-up plans are a key part of a sustainable, thriving life. Foresight to consider future obstacles and the ability to create continuing and recovery solutions are the marks of a thoughtful leader. The storm will come; be prepared. When it comes, yet you are still able to continue, then the work and value of foresight and planning will be truly realized. Are you ready? Resources: Please send Comment...
Episode 480 - There I Was…
February 22, 2021 05:02 - 5 minutes - 11.4 MBBeing willing to share your successes and mistakes requires confidence and self-awareness. Most of us have been so busy navigating the challenges of the last year that we’ve not had time to step back and reflect on what we’ve learned and share with others. In this episode, Phil challenges you and your team to do just that. In addition, he asks that you share with us what you learned so that we can share it with the Mojo community. Send us your responses at [email protected]. Resou...
Episode 479 - Is Anger Helpful?
February 16, 2021 05:02 - 7 minutes - 17.1 MBAnger is not a helpful emotion. This was the guiding philosophy for Herman J. Russell, entrepreneur, and founder of H. J. Russell & Company. He believed in the goodness of people. In this episode, Phil shares an eye-opening analogy of how emotions are like a muscle. He leaves us with a challenge; Believe in the good of others. Gather in the middle. Find common ground. Listen in to hear more. Resources: Building Atlanta: The Story of Herman J. Russell - https://www.pba.org/shows/bu...
Episode 478 - Too Much Time on My Hands?
February 08, 2021 05:02 - 5 minutes - 11.8 MBHow are you investing your “additional” time? With virtual conferences and meetings and the elimination of commutes to the office, we find more time on our hands. In this episode, Phil reminds us to use our time wisely. Evaluate how you invested your time last year and consider how you can invest it this year to achieve even better results. Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cann...
Episode 477 - Leading in the Clouds
February 01, 2021 05:02 - 5 minutes - 13.6 MBHave you ever thought about how the first pilots to fly on a cloudy day felt? Leaders in this environment probably feel similar - frightened and know that there is a steep learning curve ahead. In this episode, Phil uses instrument flying as an analogy for face-to-face business. The game has changed; has your strategy evolved with it? Resources: Gary Mangiofico, PhD - https://bschool.pepperdine.edu/academics/faculty/gary-mangiofico/ Nashville IMC Club, Chapter Leader Joe Creecy P...
Episode 476 - What’s Your Employee Experience?
January 25, 2021 05:02 - 6 minutes - 14.3 MBIn this episode, Phil shares what he learned from Dr. Gary Mangiofico on a recent panel discussion hosted by the Association of Trust Organizations (ATO). Overall job satisfaction and motivation levels are down despite companies and employees’ best efforts to prioritize communication. It’s time to put employees first. Listen in to hear more. Resources: Association of Trust Organizations - http://www.trustorgs.com/custom/index.php Gary Mangiofico, PhD - https://bschool.pepperdine.edu/ac...
Episode 475 - Go Plant a Seed
January 18, 2021 05:02 - 4 minutes - 11.3 MB“Someone's sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.” – Warren Buffett In this episode, Phil uses the woods and the work necessary to maintain and continuously improve the wildlife’s habitat that lives there as a metaphor for life. All seasons change, but the overall quality of the environment is dependent on our efforts. The time to ensure good seasons in the future is now. Go plant a seed. Resources: Warren Buffett, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway - https...
Episode 474 - Failing to Try
January 11, 2021 05:02 - 4 minutes - 10.2 MBThe only way to ensure you never fail is to never try. Failure is part of life, and it gives us an opportunity to learn, grow, and respond. In this episode, Phil uses a personal aviation example to show the importance of having a tutor to help you be more successful. Having help is a sign of strength; listen in to hear more. Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: [email protected]
Episode 473 - Small Steps… Big Changes
January 04, 2021 17:07 - 4 minutes - 9.46 MBMany of us are hopeful for change in this new year. However, if we genuinely desire change, we have to be the agents of it. Not wishers or hopers but doers. New Year’s resolutions are often things we hope to do but rarely do we take the time to outline a plan as to how to make them happen. Let’s make 2021 a success; be agents of change. Happy New Year! Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send First Friday Feedback submissions...
Episode 472 - Clear What Decks?
December 28, 2020 05:02 - 5 minutes - 12 MBIn this episode, Phil provides you with three questions to answer and reflect on the last 12 months. 2020 was quite a year for all of us. Take time to mentally unpack and wrap up the past year as you prepare for the new one. File your answers until mid-year 2021. We wish you a Happy New Year! Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: [email protected]
Episode 471 - The Christmas Guest
December 21, 2020 05:02 - 7 minutes - 17 MBEvery year, Phil shares “The Christmas Guest” poem. It’s one of only two episodes that are repeated; however, the episodes are never replayed, always uniquely recorded. This poem takes him back to his childhood. Listen in to feel its impact on you. Happy Holidays! Resources: “The Christmas Guest” by Helen Steiner Rice - https://bit.ly/2LYIdZ2 “The Christmas Guest” by Grandpa Jones - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7iyYix9umek Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: mojo@...
Episode 470 - The Right Tools
December 14, 2020 05:02 - 5 minutes - 11.9 MBTechnology and human capital investments can create big leverage opportunities. This means that even if you can do something manually, it might not be the best way. As the new year approaches, Phil encourages us to take stock of things we should invest in to enhance our productivity and effectiveness. He concludes the episode with a challenge for 2021; be smart and grow. Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send First Friday Fe...
Episode 469 - Mistakes
December 07, 2020 05:02 - 6 minutes - 15.6 MBWe all make mistakes. In this episode, Phil shares a recent mistake he made that involved driving with an expired tag while on a conference call. He concludes with a challenge to change frustration into appreciation. Listen in to hear the full story. Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: [email protected]
Episode 468 - Life Changes and Rearranges
November 30, 2020 05:02 - 6 minutes - 15.7 MBIt’s amazing the difference a few months can make. Change in life is constant; sometimes it’s slow and incremental while other times it can be explosive and exponential. In this episode, Phil uses the before, during, and after stages of three common life events to help us think about change, its impact, and effect. Change is inevitable; it’s important that we adapt and move forward. Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send Fir...
Episode 467 - I'm Thankful
November 23, 2020 05:02 - 6 minutes - 14.9 MBOn this Monday of Thanksgiving week, it is a tradition that Phil shares his version of the late Furman Bisher’s “I’m Thankful.” In this episode, Phil pauses and gives thanks to all the people and things that matter most to him. As you begin this week, we challenge you to take time to think about what you’re thankful for this Thanksgiving. Resources: Furman Bisher – “I’m Thankful” - https://bit.ly/2pLkZh2 F3 - https://f3nation.com/ Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: ...
Episode 466 - Innovation and Adoption
November 16, 2020 05:02 - 5 minutes - 12.7 MBWe have ample smart systems that can provide us with information, but the key is what we do with the information. In this episode, Phil shares three essential steps on how to unpack the information. He concludes with a real example to show why these steps are so important and challenges wealth advisors to embrace them. Resources: Ford Motor Company App - https://owner.ford.com/fordpass.html Apple - https://www.apple.com/watch/ Whop Company - https://www.whoop.com/ Nick Watney, Wh...
Episode 465 - Time to Reimagine
November 09, 2020 05:02 - 5 minutes - 12.1 MBThere are many businesses that have thrived in 2020; however, there are numerous businesses that have struggled. Regardless of your business’s circumstance, we all need to start reimagining our business models. What should your focus be for 2021? Listen in as Phil shares three questions to start your critical thinking process. He encourages you to take time this week to evaluate your business; 2021 is only six weeks away. Resource: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: ...
Episode 464 - Chart Your Course
November 02, 2020 05:02 - 6 minutes - 15.8 MBThere is angst and hesitation in our world right now; globally, we remain in a pandemic and as a country, the U.S. is navigating political and racial tensions. Many of us are concerned about what the future holds. Change brings anxiety. Most of us feel the greatest frustration when things happen to us. In this episode, Phil shares two examples of people who proactively charted their course and didn’t allow circumstances to define them. Resource: “Ulysses” by Alfred, Lord Tennyson - htt...
Episode 463 - Engaging the Learner
October 26, 2020 04:02 - 4 minutes - 10.9 MBThe greatest teachers and leaders know that the best learning takes place when the learner is engaged and bought into the experience. In this episode, Phil shares a recent example of how he approached teaching his daughter a skill she struggled to master. There are three important things to do when teaching; listen in to hear more. Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send First Friday Feedback Submissions to: mojo@cannonfinanc...
Episode 462 - It Only Takes Two Seconds
October 19, 2020 04:02 - 6 minutes - 14.5 MBIn this episode, Phil shares a story about a relationship between a football coach and a café and its and impact 20 years later. There are four attitudes and behaviors to take away from this story. Listen in to hear these key takeaways as well as Phil’s challenge for the week. Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send First Friday Feedback Submissions to: [email protected]
Episode 461 - Dogs, People and Lifelong Learning
October 12, 2020 04:02 - 7 minutes - 16.7 MBTraining and learning should be a lifelong pursuit; when we are learning, we are growing. The same is true for dogs. In this episode, Phil uses his two dogs, Ellie and Bullet, to show the importance of training and the impact it can have on living a more fulfilled life. In the last three months of 2020, Phil challenges us to learn. What will you have learned between now and January 1, 2021, and how will you become a better you because of it? Resources: Scott Baldwin, Professional Breed...
Episode 460 - Hard Things With Others
October 05, 2020 04:02 - 7 minutes - 16.9 MBIn this episode, Phil shares three recent experiences/conversations that reiterated a key life lesson: do hard things, but don’t do them alone. What do group fitness workouts, managing a bank during the recession, and pine trees in an ice storm all have in common? Listen in to hear more. Resources: F3 - https://f3nation.com/ Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send First Friday Feedback Submissions to: [email protected]
Episode 459 - The Self-Talk (Lies?) We Tell Ourselves
September 28, 2020 04:02 - 5 minutes - 12.3 MBSelf-talk is the most powerful conversation most of us ever have; we are the stories we tell ourselves. Regardless of whether it’s positive, negative, true, or false, if you hear a story long enough, it might actually become true. This week, Phil challenges us to be hypersensitive to the stories we tell ourselves. Listen in to hear how to adjust your self-talk to make it impactful. Resources: Jim Rohn quote - https://www.businessinsider.com/jim-rohn-youre-the-average-of-the-five-people...
Episode 458 - The New Different is Normal
September 21, 2020 04:02 - 6 minutes - 14.6 MB“It’s not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see.” - Henry David Thoreau Research shows it is common for multiple people to observe a situation and recount completely different versions of the same event. Basically, our brain processes what our eyes see and constructs a creative narrative of what’s occurring. The brain prefers to work on autopilot and be efficient. Two examples of this are found in today’s common expressions of “I just want to get back to normal” or “this is t...
Episode 457 - Nudge
September 14, 2020 04:02 - 5 minutes - 11.5 MBA nudge is simply a push you give or get regarding some desired goal or action. It’s usually subtle, gentle, and encouraging. In this episode, Phil shares his personal experience with a stranger turned friend giving him nudges. Time will pass regardless of our actions, productivity, or lack thereof. Don’t keep waiting. Who can you nudge today? Resources: Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send First Friday Feedback Submissions to: mojo@c...
Episode 456 - What Motivates You?
September 08, 2020 04:02 - 5 minutes - 13 MBResources: Peloton: https://www.onepeloton.com/ Please send Comments, Questions, and Feedback to: [email protected] Please send First Friday Feedback Submissions to: [email protected]