Finding Your Stage: Creating Power and Purpose in Your Career

Shark Theory

In this insight-packed episode of Shark Theory, host Baylor Barbee delves into the exhilaration of public speaking and the singular focus it brings to his life. As we dive into a conversation that many can relate to - finding one's passion and translating that into a fulfilling career - Baylor shares his personal experiences and revelations about identifying what makes us feel empowered.

Baylor muses on the concept of finding one's own stage, akin to his own when speaking and engaging with an audience. He elaborates on how routines can anchor us into a state of power and readiness, challenging the notion that our environment solely dictates our success. The episode touches on adapting to new circumstances, such as remote work during COVID, and the importance of routines in maintaining productivity.

In the crux of the episode, Baylor emphasizes self-empowerment. Recognizing the sanctuary within us and reconnecting with our childlike belief in endless possibilities is his proposed method for overcoming feelings of stagnation or discontent at work.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding the importance of identifying a "stage" in life where you feel most powerful and impactful.

• Establishing routines as a means to enter a powerful state and maintain focus during job performances.

• Adapting routines to changing work environments, such as remote work, to sustain efficacy.

• The significance of reconnecting with childhood ambitions and the limitless mindset of youth to invigorate current aspirations.

• Realizing the potential to become your own sanctuary and finding security and empowerment within oneself.

Notable Quotes:

• "For that 1 hour, that 90 minutes, whatever the time is, I only have one problem in life."

• "What is the stage in your life? And I have the same pre-speech routine, no matter how big or small the stage is."

• "It's the routines that set you up to feel powerful."

• "Sometimes you got to read, relive that, or rehash the fact that, man, look, somewhere in me is this little kid that wants to grow."

• "If you can remember who you are... then you realize you can be Superman, you can be Wonder Woman, in your own profession."