Monday Morning Mojo

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

This episode begins our Special December Series of Monday Morning Mojo. We welcome our first featured guest and Excuective Producer, Sarah Jones. She loves the Georgia Bulldogs and everything about college football. As you listen in, you’ll find that football and life aren’t all that different. She reminds us to learn from our mistakes and challenges us to finish the year strong. How will you define your season? Resources: NCAA: https://bit.ly/2XR2mVz SEC, Southeastern Conference: https://bit.ly/2QVTegX ACC, Atlantic Coast Conference: https://bit.ly/2OpSpvb 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 voi

On this Monday of Thanksgiving week, it is a tradition that Phil shares his version of the late Furman Bisher’s “I’m Thankful.” In this episode, Phil pauses and gives thanks to all the people and things that matter most to him. As you begin this week, we challenge you with two questions: How are you thankful? Who should you thank? Resources: Furman Bisher – “I’m Thankful”: https://bit.ly/2pLkZh2 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 recording. There are two outlets we suggest you use, either the Voice Recorder

Do you ever stop to think about the story behind the story and the impact it may have on our lives? There are many moments in history that we know of, but we don’t know the whole story or its significance. In this week’s episode, Phil discusses the importance of history and shares a personal experience of when he became more mindful of it. He challenges us to look around and seek monuments and historical landmarks. Find the story behind the story; we promise you’ll learn something.  Resources: President Herbert Hoover: https://bit.ly/2NFxQKH Hoover Dam: https://bit.ly/370mOqW Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge: https://bit.ly/371ur0n 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 t

Kindness is everywhere, even in places and times when you least expect it. Think about examples of when you were kind to someone or someone was kind to you. Sometimes it can be hard, but it’s a simple, important action that can have a magnifying effect. Listen in as Phil discusses the benefits of being kind. He challenges you to be intentional about showing kindness this week. So, what will you do? Resources: Lady Gaga: https://imdb.to/34sbuSp “A Star is Born”: https://imdb.to/2JOeZuS “Most People are Good” by Luke Bryan: https://bit.ly/34y5sQt The Golden Rule: https://bit.ly/2Nr0IGw 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 d

Time is something that you can’t stop, you can’t get back, and you can’t fast forward. So, why not use the time you have now to enhance and improve yourself to be the best version of you? How do you plan to invest in yourself in the coming year? In this week’s episode, Phil shares a personal encounter with an individual that has been making the most of his time by going to school and working full-time, all while raising a family. He uses this story to challenge you to make the most of your time while finishing out the year and to make 2020 your year! 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 recording. There are two outlets we suggest you use, either the Voice R

What are the key drivers that make you your best? Join Phil as he shares four examples of things he needs to be in harmony to perform at his best. In this episode, he challenges you to think about internal and external components that help you maximize your potential. Surround yourself with these things, and be your best you! Resources: Invictus by William Ernest Henley: https://bit.ly/2nsmfQK Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

We’re all guilty of taking short cuts. We live in a world where our accessibility to answers and solutions is limitless. So, why put in the work? In this episode, Phil shares a quote by John Wooden, “Success travels in the company of very hard work. There is no trick, no easy way.” Phil challenges us to do the work. Good things don’t come easy. Listen in to this week’s episode; keep working hard! Resources: Quote by President John F. Kennedy: https://s.si.edu/31iKbrO Quote by John Wooden: https://bit.ly/2MiKRZW Quote by Simon Sinek: https://bit.ly/31qvBig Quote by Robert Half: https://bit.ly/2prOt2M Quote by President Teddy Roosevelt: https://bit.ly/33vqq1I Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

“When I say be kind to one another, I don’t mean be kind to the people that think the same way you do. I mean be kind to everyone.” – Ellen DeGeneres This week, Phil relates the encounter of Ellen DeGeneres and President George W. Bush at the Cowboys game to how we should all be living our lives. We should have respect, tolerance, and empathy for everyone, no matter their opinions. Be sure to tune in to this episode as it is a good reminder for how you should live your week! Resources: Ellen DeGeneres show: https://bit.ly/2IB8PNM Ellen DeGeneres: https://bit.ly/1LRHuD9 President George W. Bush: https://bit.ly/1cl14T0 Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

This week’s Monday Morning Mojo is in remembrance of a special individual who brought their dreams to life. Jud Bergman lived a life of example; we can learn from his approach to business, lessons he learned, and how he lived his life.  As we begin this week, Phil challenges each of us to live your life as Jud did. Do not only dream great dreams; live them. Resources: Jud Bergman: https://bit.ly/30M0Q6I Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com  

What do you expect from your associate in how they position themselves? How do they position your company; How do they position you? What interpersonal skills do you expect them to possess? In today’s episode, Phil discusses the system and steps required to be a pilot and how they should be applied to businesses. Listen in as he addresses the questions above as a way to train to exceed expectations and validate proficiency. Resources: Ron Cox: https://bit.ly/2neY6kq Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com

Some of the most successful leaders in life are those who practice the act of graciousness. An example of a leader that has been a true representation of this is Pete Dawkins. In today’s episode, Phil shares the story of when he had the opportunity to be in the presence of Pete’s graciousness. Phil also shares a personal example of when he chose to be kind rather than bashing out. This episode is a reminder that we can be successful while also being gracious. Resources: Pete Dawkins: https://www.petedawkins.com/ Please send comments, questions, and feedback to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com Please send First Friday Feedback submissions to: mojo@cannonfinancial.com