Discover the Value of Learning from Failure, Why Purpose Drives Excellence, and Strategies to Succeed as a High Performer with Adam Kreek [PODCAST 158]

What do you think you can learn from an Olympic star about high performance? What could you learn about failing your way to success and leadership from an Olympic champion? You are going to get the chance to do just that... Today's conversation is with Adam Kreek. Adam is a Management Consultant, Entrepreneur and Executive Coach. He has taught hundreds of thousands of people at organizations including Microsoft, General Electric, Mercedes-Benz, L'Oreal, Shell, Million Dollar Round Table, YPO, TEDx, General Mills and hundreds of others. Most importantly, Adam walks the talk. A two-time Olympian, Adam holds 60 international medals, including Olympic Gold, and multiple hall of fame inductions. Make sure you take the time to learn from Adam's unique experiences! In this segment, Adam opens up about the successes and challenges he has faced in his life. From these ups and downs, Adam has learned helpful strategies and solutions that can help you succeed.   Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn in this show: The difference between praiseworthy failure and blameworthy failure; [3:00] Purpose drives excellence; [5:30] The lowest point in Adam's journey and what he's learned from it; [9:00] Patience and persistence will serve you well; [13:30] Advice Adam has for those struggling with the imposter syndrome; [18:30] How to connect with Adam's valuable resources; [24:30] Five minutes a day of sustained productivity; [25:30] The impact Adam's wife has had on his success; [31:00] Action steps you can walk away with; [32:30] And more…   Resources mentioned on this episode: NEVER miss an episode of Growth To Freedom click HERE to subscribe! Connect with us on Twitter: twitter.com/dan_kuschell Have a question? Send us an email: info[at]growthtofreedom.com http://www.kreekspeak.com/ Adam Kreek Linkedin ********************* Want to get more clients, grow, and scale your business? We show business owners how to implement automated sales, marketing and hiring systems so you can have a bigger impact, reach, and contribution. Go here for our free video training now at: http://www.championbusinessblueprint.com Have you struggled with Hiring? Wouldn't be great to get someone who could bring you more sales, or help you get more off your plate? According to research by Glassdoor, you are 5 times more likely to make a bad hire without a proven process or system for hiring. Bradley Smart estimates the cost of a bad hire between 7 and 24 times of someone's annual earnings. Factor that a bad hire could cost you between $40k and over $225K, it's no wonder many business owners shy away from hiring. It's not your fault and you don't have to leave it to chance. Get your copy of the Free Ultimate Hiring Blueprint Today. Go here for your copy right now. This show brought to you by Done for You Solutions. Outsourcing doesn't have to be difficult. Whether you're looking for customer service, optimizing your website, or a virtual assistant to help with reporting, data, or research, Done for You Solutions can help. I've used Done for You Solutions for years and they help simplify. Click here to learn more and let the founder Ric Thompson know that you heard about him from our show. Genius Network is the place high level entrepreneurs go for collaboration, contribution, and connections not available anywhere else. Members get strategies for exponential growth and opportunities for deal making, strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and more. Membership is by application only. Click here to learn more. I was one of the original members when Joe started it in 2007. You can also learn more about the Genius Network Annual Event here – which is the one time per year the group is opened to non-members. *********************