Dear Reader, Welcome to another edition of Brain Food Wednesday, issue 248. It’s that time of year to plan for a new one. If you and I were sitting here 12 months from now, what would have had to happen for you to feel successful? Or feel you were crushing it in 2025? In The Gap and the Gain by Benjamin Hardy and Dan Sullivan, you learn not to measure yourself against some ideal. Instead, look at how far you’ve traveled from a certain point. I’m reading The Miracle of a Chief Definite Aim by...
9 days ago • 1 min read
Reader, Think for a second before you respond to the question. It’s not because you don’t have time. Anyone can find 15 to 20 minutes each day for the things that matter to them. This week, in Brain Food Wednesdays, issue 247, let’s explore why so many of those books remain untouched and how you can start reading smarter, not harder. The reason you have so many unread books on your bookshelf is that no one ever taught you how to read nonfiction books when you became an adult. As a child, you...
16 days ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, I hope this newsletter, Brain Food Wednesdays, issue 247, finds you well and eager to embrace new opportunities for growth. As we dive into October, let's take a moment to reflect on the importance of learning and development in our lives. Celebrate National Learning and Development Month! October is National Learning and Development Month, a time to reflect on our growth and invest in our personal and professional development. It’s an opportunity to explore new ideas, enhance...
23 days ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, This week, issue 246, let’s talk about boosting sales without having to read all those sales books to develop your winning sales strategy. Are you swamped with tasks but know you need a solid sales strategy to grow your business? If you're tired of the same old sales playbooks and want fresh ideas from off-the-beaten-path sales books, you’re not alone. You crave actionable insights and practical tools to connect with customers and drive growth, but finding time to read all those...
30 days ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, This week, issue 245, let’s talk about the power of setting ambitious goals and the quantum leaps we can take to achieve them. 1. Define Your Impossible GoalStart by envisioning a goal that feels out of reach. Think about what you truly desire, whether it’s a career breakthrough or a personal milestone. Instead of aiming for small increments, allow yourself to dream big—aim for a 10X improvement rather than just a 2X increase. This shift in mindset will push you to explore...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, Greetings Brain Food Wednesdays Subscribers, Welcome to this week’s edition of Brain Food Wednesdays, issue 244, where we dive deep into insights that fuel your mind to achieve more. This week, we’re exploring Steven Kotler’s remarkable book, The Art of Impossible, which tackles the age-old question: How do you achieve the unachievable? Whether you're an executive, entrepreneur, creator, or someone striving for extreme innovation, Kotler provides a structured roadmap to turn the...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
Dear Reader, Greetings Brain Food Wednesdays Subscribers, Welcome back to your weekly dose of mental nutrition, issue 243rd! Today, we're diving into my workshop that’s happening this Friday and next Friday. I’d love your support. You’ll learn some strategies I’ve mentioned in this new newsletter. Are you ready to take your leadership skills to the next level? Join me, Avil Beckford, a reading strategist and founder of The Invisible Mentor and the Art of Learning Leadership Academy, in her...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Reader, Greetings Brain Food Wednesdays Subscribers, Welcome back to your weekly dose of mental nutrition, issue 242nd! Today, we're diving into boosting your creativity. According to Mark Cuban, creativity may be the paramount skill needed for success. While I may not wholeheartedly agree, I recognize creativity as a crucial ability. It is often identified as a key attribute for thriving in the future. To enhance your creative skills, I recommend selecting five quality reads to foster a...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, Hey there, Brain Food Wednesday subscribers, Welcome back to your weekly dose of mental nutrition, issue 241st! Today, we're diving into taking ownership of your learning and development. To be successful in your business and career, it is important to take ownership of your learning and development. This means not waiting for someone else to provide you with the training and skills you need. It means setting goals for yourself and finding the right mentors, coaches, and...
2 months ago • 2 min read