MooreMotivation with Kendrick Moore

Resilience

We have to understand people’s story, before we can understand their resilience. The tricky thing about resilience is realizing that it’s not just about the now. It’s less about what’s going on in the moment, and more about what happened in the past. It’s about your story. And depending on the chapter of your book that you are in will dictate your capacity to be resilient. Everything leading up to that, will determine how resilient you are. Even the simplest things can become complicated, when we don’t take our story into consideration. 

Life is Not a Game, but What if it Was?

The thrill of the video game is not winning. You become intoxicated with trying to win. After you beat level 1, level 2 gets harder. Now there is more excitement in trying to win. You sacrifice sleep, trying to win. You miss meals, trying to win. You call on supports, trying to win the video game. And when the game is over, which it never really is, you hit restart and try to win again. My question is, why don’t you exhibit that same will to try to win at life? Things get tough in life, you won’t sacrifice sleep, you won’t miss meals, you want let your resources help, but instead you quit. I’m asking you to treat your life like that video game. I’m telling you to Lock In!

What’s Your Rationale?

I enter too many spaces where people are just flat out not giving their best. In some cases, not even trying. And they are quick to reason; it’s not that important or it doesn’t matter. No, it is important. And it’s not about the task more than it is about, giving your best. It has become something that is sweeping the nation. The new pandemic is called ‘Not Giving Your Best.’ It’s the worst pandemic yet and it’s impacting several generations. So, the question becomes, what’s your rationale for not giving your best? Lock In!

Who’s Driving The Bus?

One of the most common mistakes made in leadership, is removing people before proper evaluation of the system in place. Many times, you can have the correct personnel, but the talent is not being maximized because they are in the wrong roles. It happens all the time in organizations, and teams as well. You have the exact people that need to be on the bus, but they are in the wrong seats. From a leadership standpoint, choosing strong team members is important, however, understanding their gifts and allowing them to flourish in the areas where they perform the best is far more valuable. As simple as it seems, most organizations don’t reach their potential because they neglect this fundamental aspect. And it’s usually based on, who’s driving the bus. Lock In!

The Better the Question, the Better the Solution

Have you ever wanted to ask a question, but then became so concerned about the answer that you replayed the question over and over in your head? And by the time you finally asked the question, it wasn’t even close to what you originally wanted to ask?? And in turn, you received an answer based on what you asked, instead of what you wanted to know! I know it’s a lot to unpack, and harder to understand why we do this. But the answer is simple, we ask questions based on our own capacity to receive answers. We shave the question down to a level of comfort. That’s personal. That’s a personal dilemma. We have to do more build ourselves up so that we ask exactly what we need to ask and become comfortable with receiving the proper feedback. That’s the only way you will get to the correct solution. Lock in!

What's Your Worth?

You get paid for your value. Understand this, people are judging you. So, get over it. Whatever area you are in, decisions are being made about you, based on your value. To date, your value is an accumulation of your discipline, habits, risks, behaviors, and everything else that makes you, you. Knowing this, and knowing that people are making decisions about you based on your value, your next steps should be geared toward increasing your value. I didn’t say talent, I said value. Lock in!

Goodbye

Goodbyes are critical. On your journey, saying goodbye will be just as common as saying hello. And not just common, but necessary. Moving from one environment to a more productive environment, goodbye. Outgrowing your current set of peers, goodbye. Your road to success will be full of goodbyes. You know when it's time to go. You can feel it. But, can you do it. Will you do it. Or, will you let your emotional attachment hold you hostage and keep you from saying goodbye. Lock in.

UnSportsManLike Conduct

Jump ball get-get-get-get it, get it, Jump ball get-get-get-get it, get it...
Til this day, hearing that cheer brings me back to some very competitive moments. Energy, effort, high intense moments. Hustle, grit, doing everything for the victory. Hating to lose more than wanting to win. But, at the end of the day, we treated the game with respect. We treated our opponents with respect. Players came to play. Coaches came to coach. Fans came to cheer. And with pride, we enjoyed every moment of it. In far too many cases today, it's just the opposite. Fans want to be a part of the game, players are angry and don't know how to manage their emotions, and a lot of the coaches should be doing something else with their time. Respectfully. Respect for the game? Well, I won't say there is none but, we are headed in that direction. And, the conduct we are witnessing is more unsportsmanlike than ever. Lock In!

No!!!

To so many people, the word ‘No’, is the bane of their existence. Even just hearing it makes them cringe. How did it become so powerful? How did it become so crippling? Once upon a time, ‘No’ was a normal part of vocabulary. The opposite of yes. Now, the impact of the word is doing more to people than for people. And by to people, I mean, keep them from living out their dreams. So, the question is, ‘what has ‘No’ kept you from doing? Lock In!
 
 
 

State of the Youth Address

If we do not cease feeling sorry for our youth, they will face a sort of danger down the road that will be extremely difficult to overturn. In so many arenas, our youth are struggling. Academically, so many are behind. Socially, the idea of communication and respect for each other has been distorted. Competition on athletic fields has turned into aggression and fighting. So, I ask, 'What is going on?' And no, it's not all youth that fall into this category. But, there are more than enough to make this a serious concern. And for those not mentioned, there is a category titled 'emotional damage,' which houses a huge population of youth. So, to all of our leaders, coaches, mentors, teachers, and parents, it's time to stop feeling sorry for our youth and help them before it's too late. 

50/50

We are in this together. From Day 1, I promised to take this walk with you. I sent those text messages out to empower you, but when you needed me, I was there. Those powerful words that motivate and inspire you here on this podcast, also come with my personal support. With so many challenges presented each day, I can guarantee that these roads are not meant to be traveled alone. So, when you sent me your questions for feedback, I had no choice but to be there for you. Let’s continue to do this together. This is 50! As in, our 50th episode. Lock in!

Get Up!

On this journey through life, the one thing that you can guarantee is that work will be required. The bigger your goals, the more work you can expect. It sounds like with a solid plan, there should be very little standing in your way. But, that's where the mistakes happen. It's not the tangible work that prevents you. The major road block comes from the fact that you miscalculated how much adversity would be involved. This is a mental blow that knocks a lot of people down. It's ok, though. This is when I need you to dig deep and Get Up! Lock In!

What's The Score?

Before the season starts, everyone says they want to win a championship! Winners will tell you that their key to success is accumulating as many small victories as possible. Not just once, but over, and over, and over. It's called consistency. And those small victories are not the actual game but are direcrly tied to it. Sounds simple enough, but if that was the case, why aren't more people winning. Are you winning? Lock In!

Improve Your Vocabulary

Why? Because the words we use everyday are more valuable than what we think. Moore than creating sentences on your essay, Moore than describing things in a conversation, Moore than helping you in that business presentation. Your words represent you. The words you choose are a representation of you. Just like the outfit you choose to wear, people notice your words before they even pay attention to you. So, if you haven’t started up to this point, always look to improve your vocabulary. Your representation matters. Lock In!
 
 
 
 
 

The Little Things

One of the biggest things to understand is that you will feel the impact of neglecting doing the little things quicker than you'll feel the impact of doing the little things. Neglecting to do the little things can cause you to be in an inferior space mentally. You feel inferior, in different areas, to people who have simply done the little things. Academically, physically, socially. Then, you begin to avoid those spaces, and it becomes exponentially worse. This is where people get in a world of trouble. All from not being consistent with doing the little things. Lock In!

ROI - Return on Investment

First, we need to truly understand that there is a difference between spending and investing. Not just as it pertains to finances, but more importantly, with your time. And when you understand the principles of investing, you will recognize that there is a direct correlation to life and your long-term goals. If I reference diligence and a few of the layers such as being able to focus on multiple things at one time, investing and life. Recognizing the marketplace, life and investing. The patience you need to see things to the end along with consistency, investing and life, life and investing. Studying this lesson encourages you to be very intentional with your actions. It will lead you away from spending, right into investing. But, and this is a big but. You will soon find out that you get back what you put in. Lock In!
 

The Standard

You're only going to perform as high as your own standards. I repeat. You are only going to perform as high as your own personal standards. Standards are set by your environment. They are encouraged by your environment. Standards are rehearsed over and over again in your environment. The level of discipline infused in that standard, comes from the environment. Then, your standards get tested, outside of that environment. Based on how strong your belief is in that standard, it will be reflected in your actions. And when those actions are repeated, they become your standard. And eventually, whether good or bad, they set the environment. Lock In!

Did You Check The Box?

I know it's the holiday season and gift giving time, but that is not the box I am referring to. At the beginning of last year, we tasked you with starting your year with dedication, so that today, you can check the satisfaction box. Meaning, you made the commitment each day to give your best. You consistently focused on the work, and not the outcome. You were resilient through tough times and made the necessary sacrifices. You re-evaluated your relations. You were locked in! Well, were you? Is that box empty? Lock in!

In-Secure State of Mind

When you think it’s jealousy… When you think it’s being a bully… When you think it’s bad behavior… I need you to pay attention just a little bit more. These labels can definitely be true. But, many times they are the product of insecurity. Because being insecure sounds like such a weak thing, it does a good job of hiding. It then morphs itself into what others can see; jealousy, bullying, and poor behavior. Which leads us to work on removing the label, instead of fixing the problem. What is your insecurity showing up as today? Lock In!
 
 
 
 

Where Do We Start?

Let's start with Personal Development. And let's start now! We have always felt that Personal Development is for everyone, and the sooner it becomes valued, the greater the impact. It's one thing to hear it from us. But, when you have an 8 year old locking into the messages and understanding the importance of the lessons, you should feel obligated to implement it into your lives. We just want what's best for you. And trust me, what our messages provide will make anything you do that much better. If you dont believe me, ask Abigail. Lock In!

You Have Not Seen Tomorrow

'You Have Not Seen Tomorrow.' Well, of course you haven't. But, I have seen tomorrow for you. For all of the players that I coach, students that I mentor, and youth that I lead, I have seen tomorrow for them. Understanding the level of support needed to get through a tough time. Presenting the necessary amount of work it will take to earn a position. Developing the correct path in order to reach a certain goal. That's my job. As a coach, mentor, leader, it's necessary to understand the impact of decisions in necessary areas while being able to provide clarity. And, I am comfortably able to do that because for them, 'I Have Seen Tomorrow.' Lock In!

Support is Support

It’s the weirdest thing, to feel fully supported but never moving forward. One would think that if you’re receiving a lot of support, it’s also helping you be better and reach greater heights. Well, I’m sure you see where this is going. That is not the case. There is some support that is intended to keep you from growing, to keep you from your purpose. When your mediocrity is supported, when your average abilities are supported, when your negative behaviors are supported, you find yourself right where you were yesterday. Despite, being supported! Lock In!

Pardon the Interruption

'If you are talking, and then I start talking, now you stop talking and what I am talking about becomes more important than what you were talking about.' I don't think that is the definition in the dictionary for the word 'Interrupt', but when I asked a student for the meaning, that was the definition they replied. And, I must say, it was perfect. Because that is exactly what I want to do. When you are doubting yourself, when you don't feel confident, when you are ashamed of how you look, when you have negative self-talk going on, and you think about venturing off to social media for validation, I want to interrupt that conversation in your mind and let you know how special you are. Social media has become a very unsafe place for many, so pardon me if I try to protect you. Lock In.

But, The Relationship Just Started

As soon as there is a disagreement, you question why you’re there. As soon as more gets put on your plate than expected, you complain. As soon as you get challenged and held to a higher standard, you quit. My question is, WHY? Haven’t you ever heard of the honeymoon phase? And this is why my belief is that the actual relationship does not start until there is a disagreement, more work than expected is given, and you are challenged outside of your comfort zone. Relationships are synonymous with growth. And there is no growth during the honeymoon phase, when everything is easy and gets overlooked. You know exactly when growth happens. The question is are you willing to go through it. Lock in!

Ready for Takeoff

There is evidence to prove that airplanes burn more fuel during takeoff and climbing, than they do when they are in the air cruising. Obviously relative to distance, but that is powerful once you understand it. Because, in order to get through our day successfully, more energy needs to be focused on our own preparation. Whenever a challenge arises, we solely focus on the challenge. Whenever adversity appears, the adverse situation consumes all of our attention. We are masters at focusing our attention on everything but ourselves. But just imagine, for once, if we took all of the time that we focused on adversity and challenges, and shifted it to preparing ourselves before we left the house. Not only is it needed, it's necessary. And, only then will we be ready for takeoff. Lock In!

Success Does Not Care About Your Feelings

I am tired. I am sore. I am hungry. I am scared. I'm drained. I'm sad. I'm in a bad mood. I'm stressed. I'm unhappy. I'm confused. I'm lonely, heartbroken, disappointed, lost, anxious, miserable. I don't feel well. As much as I want to side with you. As much as I want to sympathize with you. As much as I want to tell you that I care about you. And I do. But, I also need to tell you that, the dream you have, the thing you're seeking, the thing you get up and work for each day, yeah, that thing called success. It does not care about your feelings. All success knows is that, when you're tired, sore, hungry, scared, sad, in a bad mood, stressed, unhappy, confused, lonely, heartbroken, disappointed, lost, anxious, miserable, and don't feel well, you better find a way to give your very best. No excuses. Lock In!
 

I Agree

Do you? And if so, with what? Like, what are you actually agreeing with? Are you agreeing with what was said or done, or is your agreement based on who said or did it? This is becoming a more valid question because values are so skewed today. And once you fall out of touch with your values, it becomes easy to overlook right from wrong, it becomes easy to disregard good vs bad, and focus shifts directly on the person. And that person is YOU! Now we open up a box of ‘why’ questions, that yeah, YOU must answer. Lock In!

Feedback Loop 2.0

Just when we thought we left the conversation where it was, we found ourselves right back where we started. I'm not sure if it was due to the nature of the loop, or the effectiveness of the feedback. Either way, we were tasked to revisit the conversation called, the 'Feedback Loop'. Honestly, were you locked in last week? Did you buy into the conversation about the 4 parts of the loop? Do you understand your part? And not just the talking, but more importantly, how you listen. We can't move on until you do! You definitely can't move forward until you do. We will be back next week. But, where we go from here depends on your understanding of the feedback loop. Lock In!

Feedback Loop

Do we ever really think about the power of sending and receiving information, a.k.a., talking and listening to someone. For it to be something that we do all day every day, we surely neglect its impact. From the most casual conversation to the most formal, understanding how you deliver and receive feedback can have a major impact on your decision making. So, first, we must understand the 4 parts of the feedback loop. How you deliver information, how you receive information, how the other person delivers information, and how the other person receives information. That is a lot to be worried about in even the simplest conversation, but mastering this feedback loop can avoid many pitfalls and put you on the path to productivity. Lock In!

Being Intentional

Imagine having all the talent in the world. Acquiring more than the necessary skills. Putting in the extra hours of work. Being more disciplined than everyone in your arena. Knowing that you are prepared and ready. And still, not getting what you came there for! Unfortunately, this happens more often than not. Having all the talent, acquiring all the skills, the extra hours and discipline, the preparation, a lot of times isn’t enough. The ingredient that’s missing is you being intentional about what you want. Being intentional is powerful and it gives you laser focus on exactly what you came for. Now add it to all of those previous traits, you can be virtually unstoppable. Lock In!

The Mask

Wake up. Make your bed. Go downstairs. Let the dogs out. Turn on the tv. Go to the kitchen. Cook your breakfast. No, wait. Make a bowl of cereal. Put food and water in the dog bowls. Change the channel. Let the dogs back in. Get a few laughs. Put the dishes in the sink. Ok, wash the bowl and the spoon. Go upstairs. Shower. Groom. Get dressed. Head back downstairs. Grab your bag. Don’t forget your keys. Set the alarm. The world is waiting for you. Before you go, don’t forget your mask. Lock In!

Blind Spots

When you first started driving, you were told that there were moments that you would have to take your eyes off of the road to check your blind spots. Wait, what? Yes! As the car is moving forward, there are moments when you have to look behind you, to help get you to your destination safely. As dangerous as it may seem, it’s imperative that you do it, to get you to your destination. So, I need you to overcome that fear and face what is there, because if you don’t examine that blind spot carefully, it can keep you from where you’re destined to be. In life! Lock In!

The Weekend

What’s all this talk about, ‘I’m looking forward to Friday.’ Or, as soon as Sunday hits, the dread of Monday begins. We spend countless hours examining things we can’t control. There is no way we can change the days of the week. We spend few hours examining what we can control. Because my response to those always looking forward to Friday, and dreading Monday, is, ‘do you love who you are and what you do each day.’ I can’t imagine not trying to enjoy every precious second. And neither should you. Lock In!
 
 
 
 
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Failure: In Full Control and Didn’t Even Know It

Somewhere along the line, we were programmed to believe that the concept of failure aligns with outcomes. Because of this notion, some of the most confident people have been afraid to take risks, and stable people have stressed to the point of anxiety. Why, because we want control, and with outcomes, we just don't know. But, come to find out, failure really aligns with the process, and not the outcome. And what we know about the process is that we have full control. Now, that should provide the comfort you need. Lock In!

Love of Outcomes

Just about everything we do on a daily basis fits in 1 of 2 categories, Wins and Losses. It’s no wonder why our lives have become so consumed with outcomes. Nobody wants to be labeled a loser. We all would like to be labeled a winner. So much so, that even if we did an amazing job during the process, but the outcome didn’t turn out the way we wanted, we’re distraught. Or, if we did an absolutely awful job during the process, but we just so happen to win, we neglect how bad we performed and are satisfied because we are labeled a winner. There is more to learn during the process than the outcome. So, I’m asking you today to fall out of love with outcomes, and focus on what matters most, the process. Lock In!

The Slightest Edge

By a few inches. By a mile. By a little bit. By a lot. By 1. By 20. They all represent margins of victory. In life, it doesn't matter the distance between the margins, what matters most is what you do each day to create such margins. In a world where it's 'You vs You,' do you understand that everything matters? Especially the little things, they matter most. Can you be consistent with doing the little things each and every day, even when they aren't producing results immediately? That's the real challenge. That's what matters. But I'll tell ya, 90% of the people can't, and another 5% won't. So, for every today and every tomorrow, be consistent, and I promise that those little things will give you the slightest edge.

Basketball 101

'We’re playing basketball…’ You remember the song! Right? Well, it was a long time ago. Different era. Not just for the song, but for basketball in general. There have been numerous advancements and a lot of great changes that pushed the sport to great heights today. But at the same time, there are a few foundational supports that we can never do without. The competition and the pure love of the game. This should never be questioned, but unfortunately, it is a different era. Lock In!

Seeing is Believing

What is it that drives your listening? What is it that drives who you listen to? Are you driven by information or are you driven by images? There are many people who value images over information. They constantly seek out a certain image of who they want to listen to. No matter what the information is that's being delivered, it's the who that matters most. As long as the image you seek is talking, you listen and follow. Meanwhile, that same you can have the most accomplished person around, who knows you better than anyone else, and who constantly provides you with the necessary wisdom to help grow your daily being, but you won't value an ounce of the information they are providing you. Why is that the case? Why do people do that? Is that you? And if so, ask yourself, when was the first time you chose the image over the information. Because, just like the most popular podcast in the world that you listen to, the information from this MooreMotivation will change your life. Lock In

Information. Power. Control.

The most powerful tool in the world is information. And those who understand this intentionally seek information. Why, because it immediately gives them power! But just like with anything, too much of something can be a negative. Too much power can mean too much control. And when in the wrong hands, it can be leveraged incorrectly. But, when in the right hands, having the power to control your destiny based on information, well, it's a blessing. Lock In!

Motivation vs Discipline

There are 2 key terms that are in a tight race down the stretch when it comes to growth; when it comes to getting better; when it comes to personal development.  I'm not sure which came first, and I'm not sure which is more important. No, not the chicken or the egg. Im talking about motivation and discipline. Or, is it discipline and motivation. Either way, they are 2 words that, when combined, can make you unstoppable. Lock In. 

Laugh. Love. Live.

I dont know if there should be a particular order that these words should follow. And as meaningful as these words are, when they stand alone, they get questioned. But as the saying goes, good things come in threes. And if you understand the true meaning of that, you will understand how powerful these words are together! So, today, and every day, I encourage you to Laugh, I implore you to Love, and I demand you to Live. Lock In! 

My Second Love

Think about that first connection. Think about those first butterflies. Think about those first strong feelings. Think about that very, first love. Now, think about how much that first love consumed you, and kept you from fully enjoying anything else. If only I would’ve found my second love sooner.
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Start Your Year with Dedication, End Your Year with Satisfaction

Where are you? Not your location, but where are you... Remember at the beginning of the year we said, 'Start Your Year with Dedication, End Your Year with Satisfaction.' This is the mid-year check in! So, where are you with the commitment you made to yourself? The dedication! Don't tell me you've gotten to this point and haven't done anything you said you would do...? Half of what you said...? Well, whether you have or haven't, when you hear this message you have a chance to take a step toward satisfaction. Lock in!

Understanding Your Position

Wherever you are in life, you've earned that position. And that position that you hold, greatly impacts your view. Without you knowing, the easiest way to change the image is to change your position. Sounds simple enough. But first, you have to accept that it's you! Lock in!

Preparing for Promotion

Are you ready for what's next? Better yet, are you prepared for what's next? Somewhere along the line, more emphasis has been put on the graduation rather than the growth, development, and preparation for what's to follow. Too many teens who have recently walked across the stage have not been properly prepared, nor do they have a plan. But, they had a graduation. The focus needs to be shifted back to promotion, where you did what was required, and you were preparing for what's next. You don't get promoted by doing less than. And unfortunately, today, you can have a graduation by doing less than. Lock In!

Image vs Reality

From the time you wake up, you are faced with the major question of how you want to be viewed that day. While you understand your own reality, the image you want to portray can be just the opposite. No matter how small or how large, you care what people think! It may generate from your own thoughts or be based on the system that continuously perpetuates image over reality. Either way it’s there. The question becomes, is the image you’re portraying the real you? Lock in!
 

Everything Matters!

Do not undervalue the impact of what you are doing at this very moment.  We become so routine in our daily lives that we overlook the IMPACT that our simple actions can have on us throughout the course of a day. From the conversations you’re having right now to the route you take to work (and what you view), all the way down to your morning routine, it all matters. And after a while, these actions become habits.  Are you comfortable with that? Lock In!

Believing in Your Habits

If you are what you believe. And, if you are a product of your daily habits. Then guess what, you believe in your habits. Not only the good habits, but the bad ones as well. And the only way to get you to discontinue those bad habits is to get you to not believe in them. Not an easy task. Lock in!

Accountability

Accountability is personal, but it's not a personal attack. However, it can come across that way because it is about you, and it involves growth, change, improvement, or a combination of the 3. It gets looked at as a negative when someone challenges you in those ways. 'What are you saying about me?'. I am not saying anything about you, it's about the thing that you are doing and I can help you improve in that. And if you just own up to it and take accountability right now, the teaching part, the work part, will help you get to where you want to go. 
 
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Keep Going!

When times get tough, and they will, Keep Going! When you don't see the results you are seeking right away, Keep Going! When you're tired and feel like you want to give up, Keep Going! When you refuse to hear anymore positive reinforcement because you just don't care anymore, Keep Going! Take a second and understand my words, resiliency is in you and perseverance is a part of your character. I just need you to dig a bit deeper and Keep Going! Lock In!