In this episode, Jo & Vicky are joined by Will Polston to talk all things mindset and about using your North Star to create and live the life you love. Will explains how working out what your North Star is will guide you in all areas of your life and lead to success.

He shares strategies anyone can use to create a mindset that ensures you are clear about what you want from life and are taking the right action to get it.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Instead of setting goal after goal and constantly chasing something use your North Star (your life mission) to guide your life.
• Success is 80% mindset, 20% skills and mechanics.
• Use an annual review to see how far you have come and remind yourself of where you are going.
• Live to your values. 
• If you are saying “I ought to”, or “I have to” do this or that, the chances are you are living using someone else´s values.
• Be self-aware. If you feel something work out why. All emotions, positive and negative are a signal to us.
• Surround yourself with people that uplift you and have your back.
• Find yourself both direct and indirect mentors and bounce things off of your peers.
• Mentor others. Teaching is fulfilling and cements what you know.
• Don´t be afraid to share your knowledge and give unconditionally. It sounds counterintuitive but is incredibly beneficial.
• Every single fear that anyone ever has, boils down to either a fear of gaining something that they don't want or losing something they do.
• Tap into the innate drive that most of us have to help other people.

BEST MOMENTS

“A lot of people burn out because they are not spending enough time doing the stuff that they love.”

“If you don´t like something change it. If you can´t change it, change the way you think about it.”

“The only person that you want to be running against is you. Make sure that you are ahead of the best version of you.”

EPISODE RESOURCES

https://willpolston.com/north-star-thinking-book/

SOCIALS AND IMPORTANT LINKS

https://www.tiktok.com/@letstalkdogbusiness

https://www.youtube.com/@LetsTalkDogBusiness

Website www.caninebusinessacademy.com

Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/caninebusinessacademycommunity/

ABOUT THE HOSTS

Meet Jo and Vicky! They bring a combined 25 years of expertise in the canine industry. Jo, with a background in corporate business, and Vicky, a dedicated advocate for rescue organisations, form an unstoppable team. Beyond the mic, their lives are a whirlwind – managing two successful businesses, pursuing a full-time university degree, and parenting two little ones under four. Each of their homes combined is a lively menagerie, housing five dogs and an abundance of chickens.

PODCAST DESCRIPTION

The ultimate hub for dog business enthusiasts! 

Join hosts Jo and Vicky as they unravel the entrepreneurial journey within the canine realm. This podcast delves deep into the business side of owning a dog business, spotlighting inspiring stories of individuals who've seamlessly woven their passion into a profitable lifestyle. Tune in for candid discussions on the human behaviour behind dogs, strategies to attract dream clients, and a behind-the-scenes look at Jo and Vicky's collaborative training ventures. Get ready for client interviews, tales behind the dogs, and insightful perspectives from actual dog owners on what they seek in a trainer. This is your go-to source for navigating the dynamic world where business meets the wagging tails.