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EPISODE · Dec 17, 2024

It’s All In Your Head: Mastering Your Mindset – Cedric Singleton

from Connected Leaders Academy

Connected Leaders Academy Most of us have dreams, yet few of us take the leap to pursue them. Often, the greatest obstacle is not external—it’s within ourselves. We get caught up in self-doubt, overthinking, and talking ourselves out of the very actions that could bring us fulfillment and joy. Mastering Your Mindset dives into the transformative power of cultivating a positive, resilient, and growth-focused approach to life. This talk explores how our beliefs, self-talk, and approach to setbacks don’t just shape our current experience but determine our long-term potential. In this session, I’ll share real-world examples from my own journey—how I faced challenges, navigated obstacles, and seized opportunities that aligned with my passions. I’ll also provide actionable strategies to help shift from a fixed mindset, where self-limiting beliefs take hold, to a growth mindset that welcomes adaptability, curiosity, and resilience. Whether you aim to achieve new heights in your career, nurture deeper relationships, or simply find a greater sense of ease and contentment within yourself, mastering your mindset is the foundation for all of it. Join me to unlock the power of a renewed perspective and take the first step toward designing a life with intention and purpose. Cedric Singleton: Founder and Owner: Peak Performance Leadership Institute Cedric began his professional journey as an officer in the U.S. Army before launching a corporate career that would span three decades. Upon leaving the military, he joined Abbott Laboratories, where he dedicated 27 years to various sales and marketing roles, including: • Sales Executive • Advertising Product Manager • Regional Sales Director • Global Director of Sales Operations Throughout his tenure at Abbott, Cedric and his teams consistently earned recognition for high performance and commercial excellence. This success led to his recruitment by Carrier Global, where he was tasked with building and leading a new commercial Revenue Operations department as its Global Director. Under his leadership, the team achieved double-digit revenue growth, raising annual revenue from $615 million to $1.2 billion in just three years. Now retired from his corporate career, Cedric is the founder and owner of Peak Performance Leadership Institute. He is a corporate speaker and leadership coach, where his focus is to help individuals and organizations achieve their Peak Performance by Mastering Funamentals. In addition, Peak PerformanceLeadership Institute helps small businesses achieve the same financial success as large corporations like Abbott and Carrier. Cedric holds a BA in Political Science from Howard University and an MBA from the University of Memphis. He is certified as a Trainer, Coach, and Speaker with The John Maxwell Team and Corporate Training Executive. In his community, Cedric serves as the Director of Education and Vice President of the Alpha Foundation with his fraternity, Alpha Phi Alpha, Inc. [email protected] https://thepeakleadership.com/ https://www.facebook.com/cedricsingleton1906 https://www.instagram.com/cedricsingleton1906 https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedricsingleton/   ~ More About The Connected Leaders Academy ~ Connected Leaders Academy is Elevating Entrepreneurs for Success Learn from Global Experts: The world of entrepreneurship is vast, but we bring you closer to the wisdom of global experts. From diverse fields and industries, these thought leaders provide valuable insights to drive your growth. Growing Archive of Video Content: Unlock a treasure trove of videos designed to guide you through the challenges of scaling your business. With new content added regularly, you're always one step ahead. One-on-One Coaching with Jose Escobar: Connect with Connected Leaders Academy's founder, Jose Escobar, for tailor-made strategies and solutions to your entrepreneurial challenges. [email protected] https://www.connectedleadersacademy.com/ Sponsors Wisdom Well Show    https://wisdomwellshow.com/     Evolve Human Potential    https://www.evolvehumanpotential.co/   Home Studio Mastery a subsidy of Humblezone   https://homestudiomastery.com/     To get more of Connected Leaders Academy, be sure to visit the podcast page for replays here: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/connected-leaders-academy/

Connected Leaders Academy Most of us have dreams, yet few of us take the leap to pursue them. Often, the greatest obstacle is not external—it’s within ourselves. We get caught up in self-doubt, overthinking, and talking ourselves out of the very actions that could bring us fulfillment and joy. Mastering Your Mindset dives into the transformative power of cultivating a positive, resilient, and growth-focused approach to life. This talk explores how our beliefs, self-talk, and approach to setbacks don’t just shape our current experience but determine our long-term potential. In this session, I’ll share real-world examples from my own journey—how I faced challenges, navigated obstacles, and seized opportunities that aligned with my passions. I’ll also provide actionable strategies to help shift from a fixed mindset, where self-limiting beliefs take hold, to a growth mindset that welcomes adaptability, curiosity, and resilience. Whether you aim to achieve new heights in your career, nurture deeper relationships, or simply find a greater sense of ease and contentment within yourself, mastering your mindset is the foundation for all of it. Join me to unlock the power of a renewed perspective and take the first step toward designing a life with intention and purpose. Cedric Singleton: Founder and Owner: Peak Performance Leadership Institute Cedric began his professional journey as an officer in the U.S. Army before launching a corporate career that would span three decades. Upon leaving the military, he joined Abbott Laboratories, where he dedicated 27 years to various sales and marketing roles, including: • Sales Executive • Advertising Product Manager • Regional Sales Director • Global Director of Sales Operations Throughout his tenure at Abbott, Cedric and his teams consistently earned recognition for high performance and commercial excellence. This success led to his recruitment by Carrier Global, where he was tasked with building and leading a new commercial Revenue Operations department as its Global Director. Under his leadership, the team achieved double-digit revenue growth, raising annual revenue from $615 million to $1.2 billion in just three years. Now retired from his corporate career, Cedric is the founder and owner of Peak Performance Leadership Institute. He is a corporate speaker and leadership coach, where his focus is to help individuals and organizations achieve their Peak Performance by Mastering Funamentals. In addition, Peak PerformanceLeadership Institute helps small businesses achieve the same financial success as large corporations like Abbott and Carrier. Cedric holds a BA in Political Science from Howard University and an MBA from the University of Memphis. He is certified as a Trainer, Coach, and Speaker with The John Maxwell Team and Corporate Training Executive. In his community, Cedric serves as the Director of Education and Vice President of the Alpha Foundation with his fraternity, Alpha Phi Alpha, Inc. [email protected] https://thepeakleadership.com/ https://www.facebook.com/cedricsingleton1906 https://www.instagram.com/cedricsingleton1906 https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedricsingleton/   ~ More About The Connected Leaders Academy ~ Connected Leaders Academy is Elevating Entrepreneurs for Success Learn from Global Experts: The world of entrepreneurship is vast, but we bring you closer to the wisdom of global experts. From diverse fields and industries, these thought leaders provide valuable insights to drive your growth. Growing Archive of Video Content: Unlock a treasure trove of videos designed to guide you through the challenges of scaling your business. With new content added regularly, you're always one step ahead. One-on-One Coaching with Jose Escobar: Connect with Connected Leaders Academy's founder, Jose Escobar, for tailor-made strategies and solutions to your entrepreneurial challenges. [email protected] https://www.connectedleadersacademy.com/ Sponsors Wisdom Well Show    https://wisdomwellshow.com/     Evolve Human Potential    https://www.evolvehumanpotential.co/   Home Studio Mastery a subsidy of Humblezone   https://homestudiomastery.com/     To get more of Connected Leaders Academy, be sure to visit the podcast page for replays here: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/connected-leaders-academy/

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