Focus on Problems or Solutions

In this episode Brad asks the question; Do you focus your time and energy on the problem or the solution? When people have a problem at home or at work the majority of people spend far too much time focusing on the problem but a better way is to focus the right amount of time and energy on the solution so the problem is less likely to reoccur. This is a fascinating look at the ways in which we respond emotionally and then spend too much time and energy worrying about the problem when it should be the solution that takes our time and energy.   KEY TAKEAWAYS The vast majority of people focus too much on the problem and spend too much time doing this. You need to check your emotions and your response because it can result in you not having any energy left to deal with the problem and find a solution. Make sure things longer term are better by spending more time and energy now finding a solution that works. Every area of your life is impacted by the way you perceive and manage problems.  Inside each of us is the emotional chimp – which responds first in any situation, or to external stimulus. The measured response is the one we want to give and its vital to give yourself the time to think logically and control the response.  Understanding we all have an immediate emotional response means we can calm the initial response. The best way to get things done and deal with problems is to realise they are there, reduce the emotional response and focus on the solution to make sure the problem doesn’t reoccur.     BEST MOMENTS ‘Use the right amount of energy on finding a solution first time’ ‘Are you managing staff correctly? if you are not spending your time and energy  finding a solution then the problem will keep reoccurring’   VALUABLE RESOURCES The Chimp Paradox book by Dr Steve Peters   ABOUT THE HOST Brad believes that everyone at any level should be focused on achieving multiple sources of income to create diversity and balance in life. He feels passionate about helping dentists work towards freedom by building wealth in different areas and helping to develop a mindset to improve one’s ability to handle the stresses of clinical life.    Still a practising dentist, Brad has implemented strategies to create a practice to allow him to carry out the dentistry he wants whilst continually expanding with loyal staff and patients. These strategies can be adapted to any dentist, whether you are an associate or the practice owner, to help bring back your passion for dentistry.   In addition to running a successful private dental practice, he has grown several other dental businesses and as an investor is growing wealth outside of dentistry to help protect his legacy for his growing family.   He is chair of the Horsforth Town Team, dedicated to the promotion and development of business in his local area in North Leeds, UK.   Due to his track record and down to earth advice, he has become sought after as a mentor and spends part of his time dedicated to mentoring dental professionals about business, mindset and personal development.   CONTACT METHOD Brad Thornton Instagram Brad Thornton LinkedIn Brad Thornton Facebook