Summary: <br> “If you open your mind, there are lessons EVERYWHERE”Paul Daniels Jr.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> Paul joins me to share how he developed the concept of peripheral thinking, what it is, and the lessons we can learn from considering the periphery.<br> <br> <br> <br> We discuss how dyslexia has impacted his life, both personally and professionally, the unique set of ‘super skills’ that come naturally to people with dyslexia, and how non-dyslexic individuals can learn them.<br> <br> <br> <br> We discuss the difference between conventional thinking and peripheral thinking and how peripheral thinkers often look at a problem or circumstance through a different lens. <br> <br> <br> <br> Paul also shares an exercise you can do to achieve peripheral awareness and how it can help you strengthen your peripheral thinking skills.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> This Week on The Mindset Zone:<br> <br> <br> <br> * How Paul developed the concept of peripheral thinking* The set of ‘super skills’ that are innate to people with dyslexia and how non-dyslexic individuals can learn them* The difference between conventional thinking and peripheral thinking* Keeping your mind open to new – and different – possibilities* The core of innovation* How to develop your ‘super skill’ muscles* An exercise to achieve peripheral awareness* How learning to tap into a positive state of mind helps you become more aware of your surroundings and possibilities<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> The Guest:<br> <br> <br> <br> Paul Daniels Jr.is a keynote speaker, board advisor, and the Chief Revenue Officer at Intelligent Contacts, a communication and payment software company. He is also the founder and CEO of Peripheral Thinkers™, a collaborative think-tank for entrepreneurs and corporate leaders to learn, share, and apply lessons to propel their companies beyond obstacles to change the trajectory of industries worldwide. Paul is also a contributing author of the book: Peak Performance: Mindset Tools for Entrepreneurs. His influence as an executive, entrepreneur, advisor, inventor, author, and speaker spans 40 years, two dozen industries, 27 countries, and more than $2.3-billion in new annual revenue. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Advertising from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and a degree in Strategy and Leadership from Harvard Business School.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <a href="https://anamelikian.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Podcast-Image-with-quote-block-webp.webp"></a><br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> Resources Mentioned:<br> <br> <br> <br> * <a href="http://www.peripheralthinkers.com">PeripheralThinkers Website</a>* <a href="https://www.pauldanielsjr.com/">Paul Daniels Jr. Website</a>* Paul Daniels Jr. Speaking at your next event: <a href="https://www.pauldanielsjr.com/hold-the-date">https://www.pauldanielsjr.com/hold-the-date</a> or <a href="http://www.pauldanielsjr.com/contact">www.pauldanielsjr.com/contact</a>* Email: paul@pauldanielsjr.com* <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauldanielsjr/">Paul Daniels Jr. on LinkedIn</a><br> <br> <br> <br> Other Related Episodes:<br> <br> <br> <br> * <a href="https://anamelikian.com/035-focus-to-succeed-with-omar-zenhom/">Focus to Succeed (with Omar Zenhom)</a>* <a href="https://anamelikian.com/036-focus-without-focus/">Focus Without Focus</a>* <a href="https://anamelikian.com/037-unfocus-to-focus/">Unfocus To Focus</a><br> <br> <br> <br> <br>
