John R. Miles - Why average choices lead to mediocre results. | Brought to you by AppSumo's application marketplace (https://social.appsumo.com/passion), Gusto's all-in-one HR solution https://www.gusto.com/passionstruck, the Policygenius insurance comparison website (https://www.policygenius.com/), and Indeed the platform for hiring (https://www.indeed.com/passionstruck). In last week's episode, I argued that mediocrity achieved as an end result of all our best efforts is not bad. But, it is when we intentionally practice habits that lead to being mediocre. The truth is no one wants the title of being mediocre. Everyone desires to be unique, outstanding, and gifted. However, until you create an environment around yourself that fosters excellent choices, you will persist in making daily choices that make you average at best.  --► Get the full show notes: https://passionstruck.com/why-average-choices-lead-being-mediocre/  --► Subscribe to My Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles --► Subscribe to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-struck-with-john-r-miles/id1553279283 *Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. Thank you to our sponsors *AppSumo - Head to https://social.appsumo.com/passion for 10% off already discounted prices. *Gusto - Go to https://www.gusto.com/passionstruck for three months of free payroll, benefits, and HR.  *Indeed - Head to https://www.indeed.com/passionstruck, where you can receive a $75 credit to attract, interview, and hire in one place.  *Policygenius - Save 50% or more on life insurance at https://www.policygenius.com/. Passion Struck Podcast Starter Packs New to the show? These Starter Packs are collections of our most popular episodes grouped by topic, and we now have them also on Spotify. To find your old favorites, you can also browse starter packs for existing listeners. Every week, John interviews everyday heroes from all walks of life. Learn how to subscribe to the show and never miss a new episode and topic. What I discuss about why average choices lead to mediocre results: In today's episode, I will highlight habits most commonly found in those who pursue mediocrity. I will then provide you with eight things you can do to start making choices that lead to living an intentional life so that you can achieve your best in all areas of life.   I will do this by sharing the story of famous American neurosurgeon Ben Carson, whose achievements prove that anyone can become excellent in what they do if they choose to.

• 0:00 Introduction and announcements
• 3:03 Why are we what we repeatedly do?
• 5:52 How Ben Carson overcame mediocrity
• 14:11 Why is mediocrity a choice?
• 14:54 What are the habits of mediocre people?
• 20:01 Eight vital ways to unlock a remarkable life
• 23:52 Exceptional choices deliver exceptional results
• 25:53  Analysis and future guest promo

Show discussion questions:

• Why do so many people make average decisions that lead to mediocrity?
• Why do we have a hard time accepting the idea of being mediocre?
• How did Ben Carson alter his life's direction?
• What is your biggest takeaway from the story of Ben Carson you can apply in your own life?
• What are the consequences of not making the choices that carry us closer to our goals?
• Why is mediocrity not a state we should want to pursue?
• What are your key takeaways from today's episode?
• How can you apply them to your life?
• How will you approach your choices in the future?

Show Links Interested in reading the transcript for the episode: https://johnrmiles.com/if-you-want-remarkable-life-stop-chasing-normal-one/  

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• Listen to my solo episode from last week on how you overcome the culture of exceptionalism: https://passionstruck.com/how-do-you-overcome-culture-of-exceptionalism/ 
• Check out my interview with Virgin Unite President Jean Oelwang if you want to learn how to build powerful partnerships.
• My interview with Sara Mednick Ph.D. on the power of the downstate and its impact on performance and health: https://passionstruck.com/sara-mednick-recharge-your-brain-body/ 
• My interview with Katy Milkman, Ph.D. on how to create lasting behavior change: https://passionstruck.com/katy-milkman-behavior-change-for-good/ 
• My solo episode on why micro choices matter: https://passionstruck.com/why-your-micro-choices-determine-your-life/
• My solo episode on why you must feel to heal: https://passionstruck.com/why-you-must-feel-to-find-emotional-healing/

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