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Delve into insights and strategies for a vibrant life at work and beyond. Simon’s articles will help you explore life’s brilliance through insights to help you transform professionally and personally.
My 2024 Ins and Outs
As we navigate through 2024, it’s essential to embrace the “ins” and leave behind the “outs.” This year is all about unleashing brilliance, embracing resilience, and learning how to thrive in both our personal and professional lives. To do so, we must prioritize mindful practices, continuous learning, financial planning, and…
What Are You Waiting For?
Did you start this year off with a bang? If so, great, and continue your journey! But if you were planning to set the world on fire and then somewhere along the way your flame of consistency and dedication began to flicker, do not worry! I am here to help…
Worry, Your Old Friend
Hello O’ Brilliant One and Happy New Year! Are you inspired but tired? I want to share this story with you to motivate you to continue your journey to CRUSH 2024. In this story, you will meet one of the characters from my new book, Resilience@Work, who is someone I…
My PlanIt Pro – Your App to CRUSH 2024
What is My PlanIt Pro? I assume that is the question you may be asking. Well, I am excited to share with you that My PlanIt Pro is a new iOS app that will be available in the Apple App Store starting in early January 2024. My PlanIt Pro was…
How to Achieve Success Every Single Day
Do you ever feel like you can’t get through your daily to-do list? Is there too much going on in a single day that life just gets away from you? Stevie Johns here, and I have created the “Every Day List” to supercharge your daily effectiveness.In the hustle of our…
24 Ways to CRUSH 2024
It is that time of year again—the time when you are ready to create your list of New Year’s resolutions. Well, O’ Brilliant One, you’re in luck. My dear friend, Emily Haruko Leeb, and I have got you covered with a list of 24 tips to help you CRUSH 2024!…
24 Books to CRUSH 2024
Reading is so important in acquiring knowledge. The older I become, the more I realize what I don’t know, and I make it an imperative to read on a daily basis. I am not asking you to give me a badge or trophy for reading. I want to encourage you to challenge those in your sphere of influence to read. I’ve curated a list of books that I’ve read over the last year that challenged me. I still continue to refer to them. Here are my favorites, which are a mix of personal development, leadership and business acumen, trauma, and sleep.
Kick It Up a Notch
Have you heard of the old saying, “If you don’t know where you are going, then any road will take you there”? Well, here is the $1million question for you: Where are you going? As you know, we are beginning our journey to CRUSH 2024, and with the…
How AI Can Elevate Your Personal Brand
Now, let’s discuss how AI can elevate your personal brand. O’ Brilliant One, as you tread on the path of building a unique, impactful, personal brand, every tool and strategy you embrace becomes a reflection of your vision, ethos, and brilliance. In today’s digital age, the symbiotic relationship between technology…
Thrivers Have Spark
Today, we live in a world where there are wars, a sputtering business economy, disruption du jour, and a helicopter of uncertainty swirling around us. Yet, in the midst of this turmoil there arise individuals just like you who have decided to grab the steering wheel of the future and…
If I Knew Then What I Know Now
How many times have you said to yourself, “I wish I knew this then because I would’ve made a better choice or gone in another direction”? There are many people walking around with regret, wishing they could turn back the hands of time and reverse past decisions. The…
The Power of Quality Friendships
In life, I believe that all you need is one good friend—someone who sees your flaws, imperfections, and areas of opportunity. They know you and you know them. Yet, they refuse to cut you off at the knees with piercing comments or feed you to the wolves of your own…
Slalom, Thank You for Letting Me Go
You didn’t see it coming. However, you could intuitively sense that something was about to shift in your career. No one likes to be let go from a job where they have given their blood, sweat, and tears. Like many other companies, Slalom recently let go of one thousand people.
Elevate Your Brilliance: Say Goodbye to Average
Welcome to the Brilliance Age, where you bid adieu to mediocrity and the rumors of quiet cutting. Average is over, average is done. In the Brilliance Age, you shift from retiring from what no longer works to rewiring to what will work, which is Brilliant YOU! Yes, my friend, it’s…
My 12 Life-Changing Words
Have you ever experienced a struggle in your career or personal life? What about feeling like you didn’t fit in, or people didn’t like you? That was me many years ago when I first entered the workforce. I constantly felt like I didn’t belong and people didn’t like me. I…
How to Hug People With Our Words
If you know me, you know one of my favorite things in the world is to hug people with my words. That is why I do what I do. I strive to bring more kindness to this planet. Now, I want to ask you a question. How exactly do we…
How to Find Your Spark
Have you ever wondered how to find your spark? Finding your spark is critical to taking control of your life and unlocking the joy of personal freedom. But finding your spark is easier said than done. That’s why I am here to help guide you. My first tip to you…
Cherishing the Past and Creating Your Future
6 Lessons for My 25-Year-Old Self Lately, I have been observing and admiring the next generation of leaders and often find myself thinking of who I was at that age. While that time in my life was fun, exhilarating, and filled with so many wonderful memories, I cringe at…
Embracing AI: Unleashing the Power of Innovation
In a new world driven by technological advancements, the mention of artificial intelligence (AI) often evokes mixed emotions. However, upon closer examination, it becomes evident that AI is not our essence but rather a valuable ally. By embracing the potential of AI, individuals and organizations can unlock a world of…
5 Lessons from Working with LinkedIn Learning
Many years ago, my friend Merryl said to me, “The next time you’re in Montecito (Santa Barbara), California, I want to introduce you to my friend Lynda.” I had no idea who Lynda was or why she wanted me to meet her. Well, I said “yes” because I trusted Merryl.