Monday Morning Mojo

In this episode, Phil expresses gratitude for advice he has received over the years.  Why now? Why this advice? Well, Phil wasn’t necessarily sold on the decisions, but followed through anyway.  Listen in; you’ll be glad you did. Resources: Gloria Gainer, “I Will Survive”:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ARt9HV9T0w8 The Weather Girls “It’s Raining Men”:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5aZJBLAu1E Chuck Jordan:  https://grahlconstruction.com/about-us/ Kyle McDonald:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-mcdonald-59786a27/ John Yackel:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-c-yackel/ Peloton:  https://www.onepeloton.com/ Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

If leaders focus on what can be built going forward and not dwell in what’s being lost or destroyed, we can all come out of this even better than we went in. In this episode, Phil challenges all of us to focus on building the future, create and believe in the vision about what can become. Have energy, faith, and most importantly, be optimistic. Resources: Tash Elwyn, President and CEO of Raymond James & Associates: https://www.raymondjames.com/about-us/leadership-team/tash-elwyn Cannon Connects, Host Phil Buchanan with Guest Tash Elwyn: https://bit.ly/ccphilandtash Dr. Bob Rotella, Ph.D.: http://www.rotellaperformanceworkshops.com/about-bob.html General Colin Powell: https://www.biography.com/political-figure/colin-powell Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

Our brains are hardwired for one of two responses in difficult situations: fight or flight.   In this episode, Phil challenges us to replace our fear with courage, compassion, and optimism.  He encourages us to choose focus on the things that matter most in your life during these times, and be safe. Resources: “Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the judgement that something else is more important than fear” - Ambrose Redmoon Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

In this episode, Phil recalls a famous movie from 1993 and the way it relates to our emotions today.  In times of immediate and sudden change, we are not only tested but also demonstrate our ability to adapt and succeed.  He leaves us with a very important action step. Resources: Harold Ramis: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000601/ Groundhog Day: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0107048/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 Bill Murray: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000195/?ref_=ttfc_fc_cl_t1 Andie MacDowell: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000510/?ref_=ttfc_fc_cl_t2 Chris Elliott: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0254402/?ref_=ttfc_fc_cl_t3   Phil’s Tips for Dealing with Current Challenges:  https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6648289437870538753/ Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

Fear. Anxiety. Humor. Disbelief. A month ago, most of us couldn’t image the current situation we’re in. Yet, today, we find ourselves navigating it. In this episode, Phil encourages all of us to step up, kick through, and move forward through the uncertain days and weeks ahead, just as those before us did. The human spirit will shine through; find the positives. From all of us at Cannon, Safe health and Godspeed. Resources: Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

Performance improves when actions and results are measured; however, it’s a bit more nuanced than that. Short-term results often occur simply because we start measuring things, but sustainable long-term performance is based on measuring and reporting the right things. In this episode, Phil shares keys to achieving long-term results and success. As we approach the end of the first quarter, he challenges you to go back and look at your goals for 2020. Are you measuring the right things? Resources: Peloton: https://www.onepeloton.com/ Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

What we do today has an impact on tomorrow. In this episode, Phil shares a personal example of two miniscule activities he does every day. Small things require little effort and time, but they yield big positive rewards. Live life today by remembering tomorrow. What exactly does that mean? Listen in to learn more. Resources: Jesse Itzler, Entreprenueur, Author, Keynote Speaker: https://jesseitzler.com/ “Remember Tomorrow” Iron Maiden: http://bit.ly/remembertomorrowironmaiden Steve Harris, Musician: http://bit.ly/steveharrisironmaiden Paul Diano, Musician: http://bit.ly/pauldiannoironmaiden Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

Are you truly passionate about how you spend the majority of your time? Join in on this week’s episode as Phil tells us a story about the famous and influential jazz musician, Wynton Marsalis. Wynton is an example of how a passion can turn into a craft. As we start a new week, let’s work to spend more time doing what we are passionate about; in turn, we’ll elevate our craftsmanship. Resources: Wynton Marsalis: http://bit.ly/2VrRjCW “Wynton’s Blues” by David Hajdu: http://bit.ly/2TmeJXG “I Don’t Stand a Ghost of a Chance,” Victor Young: http://bit.ly/3adzQCC “I Don’t Stand a Ghost of a Chance,” Bing Crosby: http://bit.ly/2waoWP4 Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

“I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% of how I react to it.” – Charles Swindoll How do you handle a dead battery? A delay at the airport? A flat tire? How we react to unexpected and inconvenient disruptions in our lives can define our experiences. Phil challenges us to prepare for such events and control our response to them. Resources: Robert Biswas-Diener, “The Three Types of Complaining”: http://bit.ly/2SIa0R2 Jim Rohn Quote: http://bit.ly/32dMr5R Charles R. Swindoll Quote: http://bit.ly/3bTeegm Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

John Meachem is not only a legendary writer but also a great communicator. One of his most recent works is his book, Songs of America, written with one of country music’s legends, Tim McGraw. In today’s episode of Monday Morning Mojo, Phil decribes the different techniques that John uses in his writings. How can you improve your communication techniques? Tune in to learn more. Resources: John Meachem: http://www.jonmeacham.com/ Tim Mcgraw: https://timmcgraw.com/ Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

From the half-time show at the Superbowl to the election campaign underway, personal opinions are flooding social media. It has become the main outlet for letting individuals express how they feel about controversial issues.   Join Phil as he discusses negative emotional triggering and how social media plays a big part in this today. At the conclusion of the episode, he encourages us to realize that we may have differing opinions but challenges us to try to understand where they’re coming from.  Resources: Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

Life is a precious gift that we all get to experience. Sometimes in this beautiful life though, we don’t always have all the answers.  In today’s episode, Phil takes the time to remember former NBA player, Kobe Bryant. Kobe, along with several others, was killed in a horrific helicopter accident last week. Though we may not know the reasoning for why this happened, we can choose to hold on to Kobe’s legacy by taking action and making a positive impact on others. Resources: Kobe Bryant: http://bit.ly/3aVj6ko Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

Are you too busy to even think? Do you struggle to say no to things? Have you overscheduled yourself? In this week’s episode, Phil shares his way of taking time to reflect on different aspects of his life. He challenges us to find ways to improve our lives. Where do you start? Only you can answer that. Resources: Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

Where is your focus? Do you take time for yourself? Are you mentally and intellectually in shape? In this episode, Phil shares the importance of taking time to invest in yourself. We challenge you to think about the questions above. Put yourself first; let’s get in shape! Resources: Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

In 2016, an article titled "The Elements of Value" was published in the Harvard Business Review. The thirty elements of value were divided into four tiers: functional value, emotional value, life-changing value, and societal impact. In this episode, Phil challenges us to categorize our elements of value into these four tiers. He asks for your engagement; send your comments, questions, and feedback on what you do, how you are different, etc. to pbuchanan@cannonfinancial.com. Resources: “A Theory of Human Motivation” by Abraham H. Maslow: http://bit.ly/2QEH8Ik “The Elements of Value” a Havard Business Review: http://bit.ly/2TbzG9y Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

A business is only as strong as the bond it has with its clientele. When the bond is broken, so is the loyalty. Join Phil as he shares two personal examples of businesses who not only stand by their word but exceed it. In 2020, he challenges us to be more proactive and vocal in recognizing those who do it right. Who stands out for you? Resources: Sitka - https://www.sitkagear.com/ Colonel Littleton - https://www.colonellittleton.com/ Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

As our Special December Series of Monday Morning Mojo comes to an end, we welcome our final featured guest, Anna Buchanan. Anna is pursuing her MBA in Finance at the College of Charleston. This episode, Anna shares how changing our mindset can positively impact our lives. Throughout the new year, Anna challenges us to view things through an optimistic lens and not get caught up in the minutiae of life. How are you blessed? Resources: Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

Inspiration. This word is defined as the process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something. What inspires you? For Phil, the Christmas season has always been an inspirational time of year. It brings festiveness, thoughtfulness, and graciousness. In this episode, he shares with us the timeless poem that continues to inspire him year after year, “The Christmas Guest.” We hope you enjoy! Resources: Definition of Inspiration: https://bit.ly/2S2GqWG “The Christmas Guest” by Helen Steiner Rice: https://bit.ly/2LYIdZ2 “Where Love is God is” by Leo Tolstoy: https://bit.ly/38EsV5n “Le père Martin” by Ruben Sailens:  https://bit.ly/2tp4uIY Matthew 25: 31-46: https://bit.ly/2LVWHJ5 Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

Our third featured guest of the Special December Series is Ed Freeman. Ed is a State Farm Agent that has built his career from the ground up. In this episode, Ed shares the importance of surrounding yourself with good people. Join him as he unpacks four lessons he has learned and gives us inspiration for the new year. Resources: Nick Saban: https://bit.ly/2PmfYpf Kirby Smart: https://bit.ly/2LPYsrh Bill Belichick: https://bit.ly/2sk59e9 Tom Brady: https://es.pn/2YJkEIG Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com How to record a podcast: Before recording, we advise you to write out your podcast. This will help you compile your thoughts on the moments in your life that helped create the person you are today.  When using an iPhone to record, use the Voice Memo that is provided on your Apple device or any other free voice recording app.  When using a computer, you must use a microphone to do the podcast reco

This week, we continue our Special December Series of Monday Morning Mojo. We welcome our next featured guest, Grady Saunders. Grady is a former intern of Cannon, and he recently began his professional career in a bank. In this episode, Grady shares with us his way of adjusting to a working lifestyle after graduating from college. As you listen in, he challenges you to find the thing that helps make you feel at home. Find something that brings your team together. Resources: Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com How to record a podcast: Before recording, we advise you to write out your podcast. This will help you compile your thoughts on the moments in your life that helped create the person you are today.  When using an iPhone to record, use the Voice Memo that is provided on your Apple device or any other free voice recording app.  When using a computer, you must use a microphone to do the podcast