97: Master of One: The Role of Excellence in Our Work - Interview with Jordan Raynor, Author & Entrepreneur

<h3>Join me on the Fast Track to Grant Writer: www.teresahuff.com/vip</h3> <hr /> <h3>Clarity Is the Key to Unlock Mastery</h3> <p>The last couple of weeks we've been talking about the importance of clarity. Before we can be effective in our work, we must a) be clear ourselves, and then b) be able to clearly convey that to others.</p> <p>Today's guest is on a journey to gain clarity so he can serve with excellence. You’ve heard me mention him several times on the show and I’ve often recommended his book <a href= "https://amzn.to/3QnYqGv" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>Master of One</em></a>. I’m honored to talk with Jordan Raynor, author, entrepreneur, and podcaster. He is passionate about the idea that our work matters for eternity, and he’s on a journey to help others discover how they can best serve with purpose.</p> <p>Jordan shares so much wisdom for doing our work with excellence, setting clear goals, and growing a team. He shares a wealth of experiences in the interview.</p> <p>You’ll find this interview inspiring and challenging to keep pursuing your path to mastery. </p> <h3>Pursuing Excellence</h3> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>Jordan shares some incredible nuggets. We cover:</div> <ul> <li>Mastering one thing well instead of spreading too thin across many things</li> <li>The importance of clarity</li> <li>When to pivot vs. when to persevere</li> <li>Setting goals and collecting data to help make decisions</li> <li>OKR = Objectives and Key Results goal-setting framework</li> <li>Challenges of growing a team</li> <li>Getting the right people in the right seats and the importance of having A+ talent on your team</li> <li>Advice for those looking for clarity and purpose in their work</li> </ul> </div> <div>I appreciate Jordan’s encouragement and down to earth advice for finding clarity and focusing in on the right things. </div> <div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <h3>Challenge Question:</h3> <p>Jordan and I talked about several key areas in order to master our one thing well. Which one do you need to foc