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One man continues to inspire, here are his greatest motivational quotes

4/26/2021

I know, I know... you can't stroll down 3 finger strokes on instagram without rolling over another landscape shot with a bold-text motivational quote preaching better life mantra at you. But whether it’s a quick pick up in enthusiasm or words to lead your life by, here is a list of my favourite quotes:

Complete Krav Maga - Does everyone have this book?

4/11/2021

“Darren Levine has my unqualified support and gratitude for his contributions to Krav Maga.”
--Imi Lichtenfeld, founder of Krav Maga

This was the book recommended to me by when I took my instructor training course in 2011, I now have over 80 books on training in my Krav Maga and self defence training library and I still feel that it's one of the best out there.

A boss Vs a Leader: Leadership advice from a Krav Maga instructor

3/29/2021

I haven't always been a Krav Maga instructor. For a long time I have had a desk job too. In my career I have known many bosses but very few leaders. I will leave a good job because of a bad boss, but I will stay in a difficult company to be with a good leader, and in this statement I am certain I am not alone.

“Remember the difference between a boss and a leader;
a boss says “Go!”- a leader says “Let’s go!

Managing teams online

3/15/2021

I have been leading teams online for years. My role as a Krav Maga teacher lead me to mentor newly qualified and aspiring instructors around the world using the internet as a platform. Through online tools and applications I communicate with them and guide them through the coursework and preparation they need to do for any official qualifications. I have dedicated hundreds hours hosting and teaching instructor skills on a one-to-one and small group discussion basis. Below is a short list of useful tips for leaders based on my experience of online / remote leadership that you can combine in your chosen fields of employment.

New rule: Don't multitask!

3/1/2021

You may have many tasks to do, and with so many distractions in our surroundings, it’s tempting to fall into the trap of attempting to multitask. Just don’t.

Research on multitasking has made it clear: People are bad at it!

This is because “multitasking” is actually the wrong term. When you attempt to undertake multitasking in your work life, you aren’t actually doing multiple things at once. Instead what you are actually doing is rapidly switching your focus between several tasks things.

Start with Why - Book recommendation

1/4/2021

This is just a short recommendation, it's great for anyone feeling they need a little help and motivation to discover their purpose and calling. Simon Sinek delivered one of most popular TED Talks ever, it is titled “How Great Leaders Inspire Action”. The follow up book Start With Why is an awesome and highly enlightening read. It's got a very clear message about the power of knowing your purpose, and how to articulate a genuine passion that can inspire others to change the world.

Talent

2/1/2020

Some people are just geared towards certain skills. They have a natural talent at a skill or ability and harness that to develop further. But a strong desire for a talent is also a valuable asset to have.

Challenge the Status Quo

1/1/2020

When we challenge the status quo, we test our skills and we challenge ourselves and others towards improvement. I have worked in office where I have asked "Why is it done like that?" and too frequently the answer has been in the region of "That´s just the way we work", or even worse... "That's the way it's always been done".
These are the answers of people who do not understand the reason why. If you cannot articulate the understanding, then you don not know it well enough.

Krav Maga Online challenges the status quo!