Transform From Within

📖 My first book that got me started on self-development was...

👉 It is the book "How to win friends and influence people"

In order to pay it forward I've created this one-page recap.

👉Fundamental Techniques in Handling People

Don't criticize, condemn, or complain. Carnegie argues that criticism is futile because it puts a person on the defensive and usually makes them strive to justify themselves.
Give honest and sincere appreciation. Appreciation, as opposed to flattery, must be genuine and is key to influencing others positively.
Arouse in the other person an eager want. Understand what the other person wants and show them how to get it.

👉Six Ways to Make People Like You

Become genuinely interested in other people. Showing a sincere interest in others wins friends.
Smile. A simple smile can make a big difference in all of our relationships.
Remember that a person's name is, to that person, the sweetest and most important sound in any language.
Be a good listener. Encourage others to talk about themselves.
Talk in terms of the other person's interests.
Make the other person feel important – and do it sincerely.

👉How to Win People to Your Way of Thinking

The only way to get the best of an argument is to avoid it.
Show respect for the other person's opinions. Never say, 'You're wrong.'
If you are wrong, admit it quickly and emphatically.
Begin in a friendly way.
Get the other person saying 'yes, yes' immediately.
Let the other person do a great deal of the talking.
Let the other person feel that the idea is theirs.
Try honestly to see things from the other person's point of view.
Be sympathetic with the other person's ideas and desires.
Appeal to the nobler motives.
Dramatize your ideas.
Throw down a challenge.

👉Be a Leader: How to Change People Without Giving Offense or Arousing Resentment

Begin with praise and honest appreciation.
Call attention to people's mistakes indirectly.
Talk about your own mistakes before criticizing the other person.
Ask questions instead of giving direct orders.
Let the other person save face.
Praise the slightest improvement and praise every improvement.
Give the other person a fine reputation to live up to.
Use encouragement. Make the fault seem easy to correct.
Make the other person happy about doing the thing you suggest.

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🏋‍♂️ Energy is Crucial for Business Leaders

👉 Leaders with high energy levels are often better equipped to tackle challenges head-on, push boundaries, and innovate.

👉 The quality of a leader’s decisions is directly influenced by their level of mental energy.

👉 A leader’s energy significantly impacts team morale and engagement. Leaders who display vibrant energy and a positive attitude can boost team spirit and drive.

👉 Energetic leaders are typically more adept at expressing their visions, persuading and influencing others, and effectively managing interpersonal dynamics.

👉 Leaders who prioritize their health and well-being can better handle the pressures of their role and are less likely to experience burnout.

👉 Leaders who exude energy and confidence naturally attract talent.

🏋‍♀️ The left is me, the right is one of my hero's Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Who are your hero's? People that insipre you?

Comment below as I'm very curious 😁

Did you know?
83% of companies report boosted results with OKRs.
Achieve even more in 2024 with OKRs + KPIs:

➡️ Presenting: The OKRs vs KPIs Breakdown.

Discover their strengths for unmatched results.

✓ OKRs: Set audacious goals. Drive better outcomes.
✓ KPIs: Track performance. Sharpen your ex*****on.

➨ Choose what aligns with your goals.
➨ Implement with agility, adapt as you go.
➨ Works for both personal and business growth.

OKRs aren't just for the big players.
Small teams and entrepreneurs can soar too.

KPIs keep you on track.
They're the compass for your journey.

Ready to redefine your success?
Save this cheat sheet.

Make 2024 your year of growth.
Start today.

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If there is one thing that is constant that is change.
The last few years employees and what they look for has changed.
So, are you as a leader, CEO founder in touch with the times?

The workplace of 2024 isn’t 2020 anymore.

In just a few years, the landscape of work shifted 💯.

👥 Employees then: 9 to 5, office-bound, fixed roles.
🌍 Now: Flex schedules, remote work, results-driven.



This evolution isn't just about where they work.
It's also about how they think, interact, and grow.

Their values, behaviors, and expectation, everything is up for grabs

Leaders, here's how to adapt:

➟ Implement flexible work policies.

➟ Invest in remote work infrastructure.

➟ Build a culture of continuous learning.

➟ Focus on results, not just hours worked.

➟ Encourage open, two-way communication.

➟ Prioritize employee well-being and autonomy.


To thrive in this new era, your ability to adapt is key.

As a leader, it's not just beneficial; it's essential.


The future of work is now. Are you ready?

Embrace it or fall behind.


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Many people talk about red flags, but what about green flags?
Do these leadership "green flags" exist in your business?

• Showing an interest in you as a person.
• Setting up and respecting boundaries.
• Rolling up their sleeves when needed.
• Praise in public, discipline in private.
• Taking action on your suggestions.
• Actively soliciting your feedback.
• Respect for your personal time.
• Positively energizing the team.
• Giving credit where it's due.
• Openly communicating.
• Asking for your ideas.
• Rewarding success.

Do you know a "Green Flag" Leader?

Let's celebrate them.
And give them the praise they deserve.

Tag them below in the comments ⬇️

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"Releasing your inner warrior" is a metaphorical expression.

It generally refers to the process of tapping into your inner strength, courage, and resilience to overcome challenges and pursue your goals.

Here are some key aspects of this concept:

1️⃣ Courage and Bravery: Embracing your inner warrior means being brave in the face of adversity. This could involve taking risks, stepping out of your comfort zone, or standing up for what you believe in.

2️⃣ Resilience and Perseverance: It's about not giving up when faced with obstacles or setbacks. The "warrior" mentality involves a kind of tenacity and determination to keep going despite difficulties.

3️⃣ Self-Discipline: Warriors are often associated with discipline. This can mean being disciplined in your habits, thoughts, and actions to achieve your goals.

4️⃣ Strength and Confidence: This refers to both physical and mental strength. It's about building inner confidence and believing in your abilities to tackle challenges.

5️⃣ Focus and Dedication: Warriors are typically focused on their goals and dedicated to their cause. Releasing your inner warrior can mean finding a clear purpose or goal and dedicating yourself to it wholeheartedly.

6️⃣ Honor and Integrity: Often, the warrior ethos includes a sense of honor and integrity, meaning you act in alignment with your values and principles, even when it's challenging.

Transformation and Growth: Embracing the warrior within can be a transformative experience, leading to personal growth and development.

It's important to note that this concept is metaphorical and should not be interpreted as promoting aggression or violence.

Instead, it's about harnessing qualities typically associated with a warrior - like strength, courage, and resilience - in a positive and constructive way in your personal and professional life.

👉 There are many methods out there to be more productive I’ve listed some of them on this productivity sheet.

And yes, we can use these to be more productive the question is why are there so many of them?

At Transform From We help leaders lead, love, live ... we even developed our own.

When we buttomline it really comes down to these things.

1: Which one do you like and works for you?
2: How disciplined are you to actually use it all the time?

No system works unless one uses it.

So here are some ideas.

Steal this productivity cheat sheet now or wait and do it tomorrow?

This cheat sheet has 6 proven tools.

They'll help you crush your to-do list and own your day.

🍅 Pomodoro Technique


- Work in 25-min bursts, then take a 5-min break.

- Repeat 4 times, then take a longer break.



📊 Eisenhower Matrix

Sort tasks into 4 boxes:

- Important/urgent - Do it now

- Important/not urgent - Schedule it

- Not important/urgent - Delegate it

- Not important/not urgent - Ignore it

🗓️ Seinfeld Strategy

- Don't break the chain.

- Work toward a goal daily to build a habit.

🕒 Oliver Burkeman's 3/3/3 Method

Do these 3 things daily:

- 3 hours of deep work

- 3 shorter urgent tasks or meetings

- 3 maintenance activities to keep up with


🐸 Eat the Frog

- Do the hardest task first.

- The rest of your day will be easier.

⏰ Time Blocking

- Divide your day into specific blocks for tasks.

- Schedule them and stick to it.

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📅Today could mark a significant yet surprising milestone – it's Quitter's Day. According to research by Strava after tracking 800 million user-logged activities, this is when most people start to waver in their New Year's resolutions and goals. And it doesn't have to be that way!

Here are three things you could check.

1️⃣ Do you have a clear end in mind?
2️⃣ Why is it important to you? ➡ Pro tip: How can you make it non-negotiable?)
3️⃣ Do you have a support system in place?

Of course you can always try again next year 😉

If however that's a no-no, and you want some help comment below "system" and I'll respond with some system tips/hacks 🧠





Ivan Faes

I believe the world needs more leaders than ever before!
Read 3 reasons why you should care and pick your battle today.

👉 Global and Local Challenges

The world faces numerous global challenges such as climate change, economic disparities, and health crises.
Local communities also face their own unique challenges.
More leaders are needed to address these issues effectively at both global and local levels.

👉 Handling Crises and Change

In times of crisis or significant change, strong leadership is essential.
Having more leaders allows for a more robust response to challenges, as well as the ability to navigate and adapt to changing circumstances.

👉 Inspiration and Motivation

Leaders often serve as role models and sources of inspiration.
The presence of more leaders can motivate individuals and teams to strive for excellence, set higher goals, and achieve more.

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TransForm Within

💜 Gratitude, the feeling of appreciation or thanks, is a powerful emotion with several benefits. Here are 9 reasons why ...

👉 Improves Mental Health

Practicing gratitude regularly can lead to greater feelings of happiness and reduce symptoms of depression.

It shifts focus from negative emotions and experiences to positive ones.

👉 Enhances Physical Health

People who are grateful tend to take better care of their health, exercise more, and report fewer aches and pains.

They also tend to experience less stress and better sleep.

👉 Increases Empathy and Reduces Aggression

Grateful people are more likely to behave in a prosocial manner, even when others behave less kindly.

They are less likely to retaliate against others and show more empathy and sensitivity.

👉 Improves Self-Esteem

A grateful mindset reduces social comparisons. Instead of becoming resentful towards people who have more, grateful people are able to appreciate other people's accomplishments.

👉 Enhances Resilience

Gratitude helps people in coping with trauma and adversity.

It fosters resilience, helping individuals bounce back from stressful experiences.

👉 Promotes Optimism

Gratitude contributes to a more optimistic outlook on life, which can improve overall wellbeing and even impact physical health positively.

👉 Fosters Generosity and Compassion

Feeling grateful can increase a person's willingness to help others and promote acts of kindness and compassion.

👉 Improves Workplace Environment

In the workplace, gratitude can lead to better teamwork, higher job satisfaction, and increased productivity.

👉 Cultivates Mindfulness

Practicing gratitude can enhance mindfulness, allowing individuals to be present in the moment and engage more fully with their lives.

What are you grateful for today?

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🌟 As we wrap up 2023 it's good idea to contemplate on what you're grateful for this year?

🌟 And prepare for 2024 …

For 2023:

What skill’s have you perfected?

What skill’s have you picked up?

How do they make you a better person, a better leader, a better soul?

For 2024:

How will you keep improving them? (sharpen the saw)

What is one new thing you want to learn?

How will you make the world a better place on a daily basis?

Comment below and let’s discus 🤩

🎄✨ Embracing the Spirit of Giving and Sharing this Christmas Season! ✨🎁

As we dive into the festive cheer of the holiday season, it's important to remember that Christmas is not just about the decorations and the presents under the tree. It's a time for all of us to reflect on the joy of giving and sharing our best light with our loved ones, our incredible teams, and our valued customers.

🌟 Our Loved Ones: Christmas is the perfect opportunity to cherish the bonds we hold dear. It's a time to express our love and appreciation to family and friends, not just through material gifts but through acts of kindness, compassion, and spending quality time together. Let's make this holiday season a memorable one by strengthening the bonds that make life truly special.

🌟 Our Team: Our teams are the heartbeat of our professional lives. This Christmas, let's acknowledge their hard work, dedication, and commitment. Whether it's a heartfelt "thank you," a thoughtful gesture, or a year-end bonus, let's show our gratitude for their unwavering support and teamwork throughout the year.

🌟 Our Customers: Our customers are the reason for our success. Their trust and loyalty have propelled us forward. This Christmas, let's express our appreciation by going the extra mile in customer service, offering exclusive deals, or simply sending a warm holiday greeting to let them know how much we value their business.

Remember, the best gift we can give during this festive season is the gift of our best selves—our kindness, empathy, and positivity. Let's illuminate the world with our light and make this Christmas season a time of giving and sharing, spreading warmth and joy wherever we go.

May your holidays be filled with love, laughter, and the spirit of generosity. 🎅🤶✨

Faes - Ivan Faes

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Transform From Within

In order to be successful, one must “decide” to be successful. 🔥

Build the mindset and the habits of success and your outside world will follow.
We create our world from within.

Enjoy the journey!

Ivan Faes

The problem is we believe we have time.
156.000 people didn't wake up this morning.

When will you build your dream?

Statistics are clear on the value of coaching:

51% of companies with a strong coaching culture have higher revenues than other companies in the industry.
68% of individuals who hire a coach make back their investment.
Coaching can have a 221% ROI

TransForm Within we strive to better and have seen cases up to 10x !!!

Interested in how we can help your business perform?

Schedule a (complimentary) strategy session with one of our Strategic Advisors today.

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👉 What will you FIGHT for? 🗡️
👉 What will you DIE for? 🛡️

In orde to reach our full potential we must first decide what it is we want to be great at. 🏅

What mountain will you climb? 🗻

In this article you'll discover these 3 legends made that decision against all odds. (put in the comment LINK) if you want the article link.

So what will you decide?

Put it in the comments if you are 100% clear!

🤯 “I feel depleted” that’s what “name redacted” told me in our conversation.

“I feel like my to-do list never ends and at the end of the day the only feeling I got is I’ll get to do it again tomorrow.

😖 Pfff very frustrating … like nothing gets finished ...

Have you considered using a NOT to do list I told him.
A what? Yup, a NOT to do list…” 👈

As High-Achiever we got a lot on our plates and if we’re not careful a lot of us have the tendency to put on more.

The knight in shining armor that will save the day for the team, the prospect that contact we just met last week.
If we aren’t clear on what it is exactly, we need to be working on and what NOT to work on we High-Achievers are at risk of ending up like “mister redacted”

Reply with "NOT TO do list" if you want the link to free tool.

PS: If you are ready to get clarity today send me a DM. 👈

Ivan Faes

https://youtu.be/bDSpKJHOZng

Are you struggling with sales & convertion?
Ever wanted to get a real marketing plan that actually works?
&
What happens after you get those leads do they get converted in actuall sales?

Dominic Heselmans and Ivan Faes partnered up for these two amazing masterclasses.

We'll help you see how to get more clients and close more clients.
An ultimatly to build your company so it provides the freedom you're looking for.

Register for one or both of these dates:

4 of May or 25 of May

More information on the signup page. (see comment)

Masterclass Donderdag 4Mei - Dominic Heselmans & Ivan Faes Deze masterclasses zijn voor jouw als ... Je meer sales en meer zin in sales wil hebben... Als je in nieuwe contacten best wat meer ballen aan je lijf mag. A...

https://youtu.be/J-Jr3JJg9bA

Jack a High-Achiever multi company owner discovers how he can lead the team even better.

Getting a new culture of performance instead of a culture of attendance.

If you are a leader looking to get your team to perform better and get those results then this is for you.

Get your free eval session how I can help today => Link in comment below.

Thnx to Jack for allowing me to share and help other leaders with his insights.

You rock!

How a new way of leading the team has them step up. Jack a High-Achiever and driven entrepreneur discovers a new way to lead his team. He shares how this impacts his mood, the team and the results they will ge...

"Master Your Mindset: The Key to Unlocking Your Full Potential"​

Have you ever wondered why some people seem to achieve their dreams effortlessly, while others struggle to make progress despite their best efforts?

The answer, lies in the power of the cultivated mindset.

Mindset refers to your beliefs, attitudes, and perspectives about yourself and the world around you. It shapes the way you interpret and respond to events, determines your actions and behaviors, and ultimately determines your level of success and fulfillment in life.

The good news is that mindset is not fixed or predetermined - it can be changed and developed over time with the right strategies and practices. However, the brain can often make this process challenging by avoiding pain and discomfort. The brain is wired to avoid pain, which means that when we encounter challenging or uncomfortable situations, our brain may try to convince us to avoid them or give up.

"So how can we overcome the brain's natural tendency to avoid pain and develop a mindset that empowers us to transform our lives?"

Here are three key ways that mindset can transform your life, along with strategies for overcoming the brain's pain avoidance mechanisms:

Belief in Possibility: One of the most powerful aspects of mindset is the belief that anything is possible. When you cultivate a mindset of possibility, you open yourself up to new opportunities, ideas, and experiences that you might otherwise overlook. You start to see challenges as opportunities for growth, and setbacks as temporary roadblocks on the path to success. This mindset empowers you to take bold and calculated risks, to pursue your passions and dreams with confidence, and to create a life that aligns with your values and purpose.
To overcome the brain's pain avoidance mechanisms when cultivating a belief in possibility, it's important to reframe challenges as opportunities for growth rather than sources of discomfort. By focusing on the potential rewards of a challenge, such as personal growth, learning, or accomplishment, you can motivate yourself to push through discomfort and take action.

Action Orientation: While belief in possibility is important, it's not enough on its own. To truly transform your life, you need to take consistent and purposeful action towards your goals. This requires a mindset of action orientation, where you focus on what you can control and take deliberate steps towards your desired outcomes. This mindset helps you to overcome procrastination, self-doubt, and fear, and to develop the discipline and resilience necessary to achieve your goals.
To overcome the brain's pain avoidance mechanisms when cultivating an action-oriented mindset, it's important to break down your goals into small, manageable steps. By taking small actions that feel achievable and low-risk, you can build momentum and create a positive feedback loop that reinforces your commitment to your goals. You can also use positive self-talk, visualization, or other techniques to shift your focus away from potential discomfort or pain and towards the potential rewards of taking action.

Growth Mindset: Finally, a growth mindset is essential for transforming your life. This mindset emphasizes the power of learning, growth, and development, and sees challenges as opportunities to learn and improve. With a growth mindset, you approach setbacks as feedback, rather than failure, and use them as opportunities to reflect, learn, and adapt. This mindset helps you to cultivate a love of learning and curiosity, to embrace challenges with courage and determination, and to achieve your full potential.

"To overcome the brain's pain avoidance mechanisms when cultivating a growth mindset, it's important to reframe setbacks as opportunities for learning and growth."

By focusing on the lessons and insights that you can gain from a setback, rather than the discomfort or disappointment that it may cause, you can shift your mindset towards one.

Ivan Faes - Breakthrough & High-Performance coach

How much time do you spend in frustration?
Sure frustration is not anger, yet it's taking poison and hoping for the other person/thing to die.

Excessive? Perhaps ... think about it.

Ivan Faes