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Southside Chicago kid. Young Father (19). Lost in life. Assembly line worker. Found 15 seconds between building cars to study. Graduated. Took 5 years. Created a few companies. Sold two. 800 employees. Created Refuel and Not Almost There to help others.
Why Not Almost There?
I had never run a long race in my life, but here I am, in the middle of the 2015 Chicago Marathon. I’m feeling fantastic, even thinking I could go double the distance.
Just being in this race was a mini-miracle. I had heart surgery and back surgery a decade earlier. I could barely stand back then, let alone run.
Nonetheless, I’m fired up and feel better than ever.
Then I see right in front of me— a sign that nearly stops me in my tracks, NOT ALMOST THERE. I try to brush it off but can’t stop thinking about those words. Every step seems heavier, harder, and then I start cramping up. I begin to walk and complain inside and out. I struggle the entire second half but finish (barely) with everything I have after being physically and mentally crushed.
I have never stopped thinking about that sign but that’s fueled a quest to understand the power of the mind, body, and spirit. To understand how we accomplish things. To understand how we become better in the race against time and ourselves.
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REFUEL December 2021 event will be in the Chicago area, streaming LIVE!
@calfussman will be 1 of our 5 incredible speakers.
...
REFUEL December 2021 event will be in the Chicago area, streaming LIVE!
@calfussman will be 1 of our 5 incredible speakers.
A New York Times best-selling author, world-renowned interviewer, keynote speaker, world traveler, James Beard Award Winner, treasure hunter, and corporate storytelling consultant.
Refuel is for EVERYONE, so be sure to sign up☝☝☝️️️
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Tag your friends in the comments below that you would love to join you at our event?
#refuel #notalmostthere #december2021 #renewedmind #freshperspective
In my own words, I'm super thankful for the chain of events that have allowed Refuel to happen. The first was meeting someone that ...
In my own words, I'm super thankful for the chain of events that have allowed Refuel to happen. The first was meeting someone that inspired me in 2015.
Next realized my team needed a break from the day-to-day grind. Last was having an epiphany that Refuel could spark many friends, family, community members, and charities.
I get often asked, "Is Refuel for me or an employee event?"
If you are reading this, Refuel is for you AND your friends, neighbors, and family.
I encourage you not only to sign up but spread the word. Your ROT (return on time) will be 10,000%+. This is 4 hours live in person or on your screen where you can hear (and see) others who have done incredible things in their lives.
But more importantly, by listening to their stories, YOU will realize what is possible.
Keep following the build up to this INCREDIBLE event!
@amypurdygirl @jokowillink @angelamanueldavis @jimkwik @calfussman
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#refuel #december2021 #reachoutworldwide #notalmostthere #frommetoyou #joechura
Achieving Gut Bliss with
Dr. Robynne Chutkan
@gutbliss, Best-selling author, as seen on The Today Show, The Morning Show, Dr....
Achieving Gut Bliss with
Dr. Robynne Chutkan
@gutbliss, Best-selling author, as seen on The Today Show, The Morning Show, Dr. Oz, and The Doctors, share with us her TOP TIPS on developing a healthy gut and building your immune system.
This is an episode for everyone!
These TIPS are advice you can put into action.
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#newpodcastalert #gutbliss #notalmostthere #happyhealthylifestyle #joechura
I am THANKFUL & THRILLED!
This year’s Refuel event is made possible by Cars.com, our parent company dedicated to refueling ...
I am THANKFUL & THRILLED!
This year’s Refuel event is made possible by Cars.com, our parent company dedicated to refueling our employees and local communities.
Thank you, @cars.com!
We are beyond excited to have @angelamanueldavis with us. She has been an international fitness evangelist and motivational coach for over 15 years.
Read more on all our excellent speakers --->
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#refuel #joechura #reachoutworldwide #december2021 #notalmostthere
Good workout this morning keeping my workout streak alive. Today's is day 6. I took it easier because I kinda over did it this weekend ...
Good workout this morning keeping my workout streak alive. Today's is day 6. I took it easier because I kinda over did it this weekend with all my projects so taking it slow.
Still walked for 30 minutes on the treadmill while Cullen and Jess played Minecraft. It was nice to have company on my walk.
I also listened to the #notalmostthere #podcast. Today's episode was Developing your leadership skills with #kristihedges
Some of my takeaway quotes are:
"We all want to sound smart. Mind the gap. We all talk faster than we can speak. Save curious conversations for when they count.
Norm of meetings are default camera on. It's ok to leave the camera off and not bug others about their camera preference. It's ok to go on a walk at lunch. It's ok to wear whatever you are comfortable in for work. These are tough times we are all human. Everyone has dealt with tough things. Some more than others. Live your authentic life."
Check out the podcast for yourself:
https://youtu.be/xDkihlwfyAM
Well I am finally done with all my projects. This is what happens when I just keep going until I am done. I cleaned up the garage, storage ...
Well I am finally done with all my projects. This is what happens when I just keep going until I am done. I cleaned up the garage, storage is cleaned up, moved things from the garage to storage that I have meant to do for a year, trimmed the bush up front, edged, blew out the garage and walkways with the leaf blower, mowed front and back, tested out the snowblower, moved the snowblower to the front of the garage, getting gas for the rogue, and filling up my 2 gas cans for winter. All in a day's work I guess.
6 hours and 5.5 miles later it ended up being a pretty decent workout.
Time to go by ace hardware, pick up dinner, and head home for a shower. Soon I can relax. #notalmostthere
I had a great workout on the treadmill this morning. I got to listen to #jordanburroughs on the #notalmostthere #podcast. I was extremely ...
I had a great workout on the treadmill this morning. I got to listen to #jordanburroughs on the #notalmostthere #podcast. I was extremely lucky earlier this year to meet Jordan in person at the notalmostthere #goevent. It was great helping out with the event and getting to make sure Jordan and Joe had everything they needed while they had an amazing fireside talk. Today was just as good because I got to learn and hear more from Jordan.
I have a lot of takeaway quotes from this episode. I am not sure if it's just because Jordan does such a good job to represent Nebraska and I feel that pride or what. Here are my 2 favorite quotes from the episode:
"Because of my faith I'm able to act with character and integrity." - this really resonates with me because it is how I live my life. I don't worry about a lot of things because I just know certain things to be true.
"Watch out for the grass island, don't get complacent it's not time to rest yet. Keep going you are not almost there." - not an exact quote but my interpretation and I love it. Kinda wanna put this on a shirt or print it and put it on my wall.
Here are the rest of my takeaway quotes:
"Campers vs climbers. On to the next level. Every accomplishment has helped change my view of myself. I saw others do it and it gave me permission to go for it. If you want to do this at the next level you have to be committed. Be accountable for your career. A lot of success is saying no and keeping your focus. I want to be the hardest worker in the room every time. I never cheat always did it the hard way. Is all this work still worth it? As of this moment the answer is still yes. It is what it is you have to keep moving forward. Forward always, always forward. My standard of excellence can help the entire team move forward and get better. Less about wrestling and more about avoiding distractions."
I don't often camp, I always find myself at the next level and immediately start thinking what is next. Thank you alliseeisgold for reminding me of this.
#jordanburroughs #alliseeisgold #climbdontcamp #bignebraskaboys
Time for another awesome Friday.
Check out the podcast for yourself: https://youtu.be/NiGA96_KDb0
Another morning workout another awesome #notalmostthere #podcast. Today's episode was #upgradeyourbrain with #jimkwik. This was a ...
Another morning workout another awesome #notalmostthere #podcast. Today's episode was #upgradeyourbrain with #jimkwik. This was a fantastic podcast lots of quotes and ideas.
Takeaway quotes:
"Quick quotes from Jim Kwik." "A lot of people are great at buying books. Upgrade your reading skills." " Every hour you spend listening to a podcast or learning, take that equal amount of time implementing it." "There are a ton of ideas, less implementers" "Make the 9 year old you proud." "With great responsibility, comes great power." "You are responsible for your life. Difficult times define you."
Very happy I got up and listened to this one. I am definitely saving this one to listen to every couple months just to remember and reset.
I am excited to learn more from Jim and Joe at REFUEL. Remember it is free this year. Here is the link to sign up: https://www.dealerinspire.com/refuel/
Now to start the day.
#prioritymanagement #jimkwikquotes #kwikquotes #limitless jimkwik notalmostthere joechura #notalmostthere
Check out the podcast for yourself: https://youtu.be/pn4b7pkIoQE
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