Episode 215: Reverse accountability is the key, with Kim Ades.

Published: April 15, 2016, 8 a.m.

Kim Ades is the president and founder of Frame of Mind Coaching and Journal Engine Software. Author, speaker, entrepreneur, coach, and mother of five, Kim is recognized as one of North America's foremost experts on performance through thought mastery. By using her unique process of integrating online journaling in her coaching, Kim helps her highly-driven clients to examine and shift their thinking in order to yield extraordinary results.

\nSecret \u2013 timesaving technique\n

Kim tries to be completely present wherever she is -- be exactly where you are. ONWARD!

\nDaily habit that contributes to success\n

Journal every single day -- Kim believes this allows you to focus, brainstorm, and overall just get your mind in the right spot.

\nCould have ruined your business \u2013 but now \u2013 an invaluable learning experience\n

Kim had her integrity challenged by someone she was thinking of partnering with -- and Kim tells the whole story here.

\nMost critical skill you think business owners need to master to be successful\n

"Master the art of getting back up."

\nMost influential lesson learned from a mentor\n

"Conflict is not something that should be avoided." \xa0

\nFinal Round \u2013 \u201cBreaking Down the Recipe for Success\u201d\nWhat systems would you go back and put into place sooner?\n

I would have really, really honed in on a niche.

\nWhat one strategy or \u201crecipe\u201d would compound into big wins for business owners?\n

Increase your awareness of the way your thinking influences your team.

\nHow to exceed expectations and add the most value?\n

An individual would be accountable without my interference -- and they would keep me accountable.

\nWhat strategy would you recommend new business owners focus on to best ensure success?\n
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  1. Challenge your own thinking
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  3. Focus on what you want
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  5. Leverage your resources
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