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Newsflash! Your kids and loved ones don't care about your revenue! #coachingadvice #onelife #takecare

“Easy does it.” That’s the part most people skip… and it’s costing them everything. We obsess over action plans, spreadsheets, and the HOW when in reality, the subconscious mind only cares about the WHAT and the FEELING. - Decree the outcome. - Relax into the belief. - Feel as if it’s already yours. That’s not laziness. That’s precision. You’re not giving up control. You’re handing it over to the part of your mind that actually runs the show. > Want health? Feel healthy. > Want clients? Feel booked. > Want peace? Feel done striving. On this Friday, here’s your assignment: Visualize the end result. Feel it. And then get out of your own way. The subconscious isn’t moved by your to-do list. It’s moved by YOUR certainty. (And yes, I scribbled “Relax. It will happen.” in the margin of this book… because sometimes, we all need that reminder.) Now, go feel it and let the mind work. #GetToThePoint #BusinessCoaching #MindsetMatters #Entrepreneurship #SubconsciousMind #FridayFocus #CoachVJ #LeadershipDevelopment #FocalPointCoach #SuccessStartsWithin

Important post from Wessel Koning on #AI. The danger of deepfakes has become real. From cloning voices criminals capture by calling you out of the blue to copying social media photos of you and your loved ones AI has become a tool for culprits. Interesting read!

Deutsche Autohäuser verpassen den Anschluss US-Händler sind weiter. Sie haben verstanden: Die Probefahrt beginnt online. Während hierzulande noch auf Laufkundschaft gehofft wird, setzen US-Händler längst auf planbare Online-Strecken. Sie machen Termine digital buchbar, führen Interessenten gezielt durch den Verkaufsprozess bevor der Kunde auch nur einen Fuß ins Autohaus setzt. In Deutschland? Viel zu oft noch Printanzeigen, Schaufenster-Denken und Hoffnung auf Zufall. Webseiten - mein lieber Himmel! Fakt ist: Wer heute keine klare First-Party-Datenstrategie aufbaut, verliert morgen Sichtbarkeit, Relevanz und Kundenbindung. Online-Marktplätze wie mobile.de sind kein Feind – sie sind Teil des Spielfelds. Erfolgreiche Händler integrieren diese Plattformen intelligent in ihre digitale Vertriebsstrategie. Sie holen Leads, sammeln Daten, nutzen Insights. Was bringt das konkret? US-Autohausgruppen, die konsequent digitalisieren, steigern ihren Rohertrag um bis zu 20 Prozent. Kein Zufall, sondern System. Tipp: Wer 2025 noch mitspielen will, muss aufhören zu warten und anfangen zu handeln. #AutohausMarketing #FirstPartyData #MobileDE #MercedesBenz #Volkswagen #Opel #BMW #Renault

Get ready to DISC-over Real Estate Success at our event on Wednesday, August 13th at 5:30 PM! Learn valuable insights and strategies to excel in your profession. Link in bio for more details and to get tickets. #RealEstateSuccess #DISCoverSuccess #RealEstateEvent #ProfessionalGrowth #SuccessStrategies

I could kick myself. I practiced it in the early 2000s, and it is the foundation of my success. I veered away from it. Daily stress, bickering, and negative news took over my consciousness. I call them (and me) out for being the culprit of declining health, negativity surrounding you, the pattern of flying off the handle on little stuff, becoming distant to things without a reason… I am speaking of the power of the subconscious mind. This brought me on the cover of a magazine. It brought me to the front of audiences, national and internationally, who wanted to hear what I had to share. It was the spark plug of writing and releasing my first book in 2014. Short… I believe that the subconscious mind is responsible 90% of the time how things will be for you in the future. I am glad that I “rediscovered” the power of it and let me tell you. I am back. In the last two to three days, the “wishful” has become the status quo. Things are happening. For the good. Insane!

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Real Estate Professionals in the #InlandEmpire RSVP. This is for you! Especially since the market is cooling down, find your competitive advantage. https://lnkd.in/g36w_2Qd #RealEstate #Wildomar #Murrieta #Temecula #Winchester

"Des, your yellow is showing..." This has become the inside joke between Desiree and her partner since attending my DISC workshop. What started as a communication framework became their secret language for understanding each other better. Desiree attended her second workshop recently and shared something profound: "We can't stop talking about it!" But more importantly, she mentioned how the insights helped them "restructure our team and day-to-day" with benefits they're already seeing. This is what happens when you give people a common vocabulary for understanding behavior. DISC doesn't just teach you about personality types. It gives you tools to decode the people who matter most in your life. Whether it's recognizing when your spouse needs details versus big-picture vision, or understanding why your business partner processes decisions differently than you do, these insights create an immediate connection. The real magic isn't in the assessment itself. It's in those "aha" moments when someone says, "Now I understand why we've been missing each other in conversations." Want to develop your own "inside language" with the important people in your life? Let's explore how DISC can transform your most valuable relationships. #DISC #Communication #Relationships #TeamDynamics #ProfessionalDevelopment #FocalPointCoaching #FocalPointCoachVJ

"Learning DISC with Coach VJ was a total game-changer and easily one of the best decisions I've made in my career." This feedback reminds me why I continue offering free DISC training to our real estate community, even when only a handful of professionals show up instead of the packed rooms I hope for. Last week, I delivered another complimentary DISC workshop. While the attendance was smaller than expected, the conversations afterward were profound. Two new agents discovered communication strategies that immediately improved their client relationships. Another realized why certain partnerships felt challenging and gained tools to bridge those gaps. Here's what I've learned about serving others: 1. The size of your audience doesn't measure impact, but by the depth of transformation you create. 2. Sometimes the people who need your message most are exactly the ones who show up when others don't. To the chambers, associations, and organizations I've reached out to: I'm still here, still committed to supporting the professional growth of your members. My DISC workshops have earned consistent 5-star reviews because they deliver practical tools that work immediately. And to the real estate professionals reading this: If you're curious about how understanding behavioral styles can transform your client relationships, team dynamics, and personal effectiveness, let's connect. Sometimes the best opportunities come in smaller, more intimate settings where real learning happens. #DISC #RealEstate #ProfessionalDevelopment #Leadership #Communication Southwest Riverside County Association of REALTORS® City of Murrieta City of Temecula City of Menifee

The future of leadership belongs to those who have the courage to look in the mirror and do the hard work of becoming the leaders their organizations need to grow. #FocalPointCoaching #FocalpointCoachVJ #LeadershipCoaching #LeadersReflection

"You are stupid." (I know a bit drastic, but it serves as a wake-up call). New MIT research on AI and brain function has important implications for all of us. As AI tools become essential in our daily work, this study from MIT's Media Lab raises critical questions about how we're using them. The key findings: Brain scans showed 47% less cognitive engagement when people used ChatGPT for creative tasks. Participants worked 60% faster but used 32% less mental effort. Most concerning: 80% couldn't remember key details from their own AI-assisted work. When participants stopped using AI, their brains didn't immediately recover. They still showed reduced activity compared to people who never used AI. The most interesting finding: The group that performed best started without AI, then strategically added it later. They maintained strong cognitive engagement while gaining productivity benefits. This isn't about AI being bad. It's about intentional usage patterns that preserve our critical thinking skills. The research suggests we should ask ourselves: Are we using AI as a thinking partner or replacement? Are we still doing the cognitive heavy lifting ourselves? How can we gain efficiency without losing mental sharpness? Smart professionals will figure out how to harness AI's power while keeping their minds engaged and sharp. What strategies are you using to maintain cognitive engagement while leveraging AI tools effectively? #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #ChatGPT

Don't call yourself a CEO and a visionary Leader when you struggle to fulfill these four basic rules. 1. Clarity in Purpose. A CEO must be aware of his organzation/s mission inside and out.  Because of this clarity, it will become a more targeted approach to drive every decision, no matter how difficult it may seem. This is the pedigree that enables building a culture, which will then serve as a guide and beacon for all teams involved. 2. Focus on Goals. Yea... I know... you know - nothing new here, BUT still seeing it daily when I coach and onboard new clients, that's the first time they heard about it. The goals you set need to be clear. Stop with "wishy-washy... "it would be nice if we could...'" Decisiveness is the necessity of getting these goals set as they are the "vitality vitamins" for your team's direction, and when accomplished, another token for your "mission accomplished" achievement. 3. Understanding Customer Needs. I am not saying you, as a CEO, need to take daily phone calls from each and every customer, but you need to put a process in place which will allow you to get a gist of what customers truly value. When you gain this insight and idea, the next step (based on the finding) is to shape products and services. It will create a foundation for building deeper loyalty in the consumer-vendor relations and will be an accelerant of driving growth. 4. Metrics for Accountability. Inspect what to expect, or, as Ronald Reagan said, "Trust but Verify." These are the main ingredients for early discovery of highlights in your offerings, or even better, pointing out areas for improvement. A crucial aspect for the health of your organization, which, when deployed regularly, is a driving force for agility and responsiveness, and will create a competitive advantage. Especially the last point made is a differentiator. My clients, who followed No. 4 meticulously, always told me the same: "This made all the difference in our success." Now it is up to you to be brutally honest with yourself and the people you lead. Remember, the future belongs to those who adapt and innovate. Great leadership is about fostering a culture of strategic thinking and constant adaptation. Grow a team that you are willing to enable to evolve, empower, and let contribute to the vision. Success comes from clarity, focus, and understanding - not just yourself, but also the people "in your boat." Lead with purpose and watch your organization thrive. And when you still wonder, "how can I find the right people for the 'right' spot/task - bring me in to identify those members, as I have done hundreds of times with other successful organizations like I coached here locally and worldwide. DM me and let me explain how we did it. Over and over again!

From the streets of Bolton to the shelves of my first sporting goods store. Reebok has always meant more to me than just a logo. Joe Foster, co-founder of Reebok, didn’t just build a shoe company. He built a legacy. A legacy I’ve admired since the 90s, when Reebok became my first and leading supplier for my sporting goods store back in Germany. Joe and I later crossed paths in 2024, when I contributed as a co-author in his book “How to Survive and Thrive, Edt. II” We also share a few key passions: Liverpool FC, Sir Winston Churchill, and the grit it takes to lead something meaningful. A couple of hours ago, I watched the Broaden Film Documentary “Reebok and Walsh: The Bolton shoemakers who reinvented the running shoe.” A powerful reminder of what happens when tradition meets bold and brave reinvention. It’s the story of how Joe and his brother Jeff broke away from a stagnant family business and turned Reebok into a global powerhouse. 👉🏻 Read my take on his story in this week’s "The Pursuit of Leadership Newsletter, which by the way now has 1,275 readers. The link to the documentary is in the comment section. #onegoldennugget Joe Foster #CoachVJ #JoeFoster #Reebok #Leadership #NewsletterDrop #BusinessLegacy #Entrepreneurship #DISCcoach Broaden

Part of my 2nd workshop for #realestate agents here in the #Temecula Valley for the Randall W. Lewis Center for Entrepreneurship sponsored event at the ERC/TVE2 is “what does a D or I or S C never want to hear during communications or “working together” situations. This exercise will give you a deeper insight into the #PlatinumRule and is one of the attendee’s favorite one’s. The workbook is tailored especially for agents and gives you indicators on how to deal with all facets of different clientele during a home purchase or helping them to sell their house. Want to run a workshop in your agency. DM me and we can discuss what can be done for you and the success of your firm. #focalpointcoaching #DISC #realestatecoaching #BusinessCoachVJ

Russell Kingery made a decision that transformed his entire sales organization. As Sales Director for a large sales team, Russell was constantly searching for training that would actually move the needle. He'd been disappointed by too many "generic sales buzzwords that have no actual meaning." Then he brought his entire team to my DISC workshop. Once. The results were so "invigorating" that he brought them again. Here's what Russell said made the difference: "VJ gives real, direct, and specific advice. Not just normal generic sales and business buzz words." This is the difference between content that sounds good in a conference room and strategies that change how your team operates. When a Sales Director invests his time twice and calls it "worth it, full stop," you know the ROI is there. Russell found what every sales leader is looking for: Practical tools that his team could implement immediately with measurable results. Sales leaders: Are you tired of training that looks good on paper but doesn't change performance? Let's explore how DISC can provide your team with the competitive advantage Russell discovered. #SalesLeadership #TeamTraining #DISC #SalesPerformance #BusinessResults

July 24th - my son Nicholas would be 23 years old. But he is watching me from heaven, writing these lines. He was, and still is, my inner motor to thrive further than I ever imagined. He is the reason I am who I am today. I love you Nicholas ❤️

Sometimes it’s good to do something unplanned. Like driving home and making an ad hoc stop for a burger and beer. Alone, (the kids and wife are at painting class) without immediate distractions like “how was your day” and such - just me-time. No noise (well, kind of, even though patrons on other table think being loud, scream, shout and being obnoxious is kind of the new cool) - but again - distractions are there to filter them out. Now, back to the table, the view, and being grateful that I have the life at this point, allowing me to be spontaneous. Next? Possible thinking about, how can I scale my business better and faster.

Ready when you are #realestate professionals in Temecula, Murrieta, Menifee and neighboring cities here in the Inland Empire. This free course will show you when, how, what to say for different buyers and sellers you are engaging with and makes you the best saleswoman/salesmen out here in Riverside County. #DISC #FocalPoint #BehavioralScience #FocalPointCoach