Volume 2 | Edition 1
Non-Member Edition
Welcome to the SPX+ Insider Note, your exclusive access to insights, strategies, and reflections on leadership, mindfulness, and organizational psychology. Whether you're a fellow leader, a curious learner, or a high performer striving to optimize your well-being, this newsletter is designed to offer actionable ideas that inspire growth and meaningful change.
The Power of Leverage
Great things are not done by impulse, but by a series of small things brought together. - Vincent Van Gogh
In a world where time is limited and energy is finite, leverage is the ultimate game-changer. As the adage goes, it’s not about working harder; it’s about working smarter, amplifying effort, and maximizing impact. Whether in business, leadership, or personal development, the ability to apply leverage strategically separates those who struggle from those who thrive.
Think about the difference between someone who manually lifts a heavy weight versus some one using a pulley system. The same force, when applied differently, yields exponentially greater results. The same concept applies to your career, mindset, and goals. Those who understand leverage and how to optimize their time, relationships, technology, and decision-making can achieve more with less.
In this Insider Note, let’s break down how to harness leverage in your life, so you can accelerate progress, reduce friction, and create momentum toward your Everest goals.
The concept is simple: small actions that are strategically applied yield outsized results.
This principle can be applied in our lives, careers, and businesses. The key is knowing where and how to apply it.
The Leverage of Small but Intentional Actions
Every massive success starts with a small, deliberate step. The challenge is recognizing which steps will create momentum. The difference between the successful and the stagnant is that successful people start small but think big and consistently build on their progress toward their Everest goal.
Insider Action Step - Identify one small but high-impact habit that will compound over time. Whether reading 10 pages daily, networking intentionally, or improving a single skill, small investments yield massive dividends when applied consistently.
Leverage Through Focus, The Power of Contrast
No one hears you if you sneeze in New York, but in a library, everyone notices.
In today’s noisy world, visibility comes from contrast. It’s better to dominate a small, well-defined space than to drown in an ocean of competition. Those who create the most value often do so by specializing and differentiating themselves.
Insider Action Step - Own your niche instead of trying to be everywhere. Whether it is your career, business, or content, find the intersection of your strengths and what the world values and make that your leverage point.
Leverage in Action
The right decision, tool, or system can have a 10x greater impact than sheer hard work.
Examples of leverage in action
Technology - Learning AI tools can amplify your productivity beyond traditional efforts; learn how to leverage new tools and automation to save time and be more efficient throughout your day.
People - Collaborating with the right individuals can multiply your influence and help you achieve your goals faster and with a more significant impact.
Capital - Smart investments create financial leverage, turning money into more money. Save and invest wisely aligned with your values.
But leverage is a double-edged sword. Used wisely, it unlocks massive opportunities. Used recklessly, it magnifies risk. The key is to apply leverage deliberately and anticipate its consequences.
Insider Action Step - Identify one area of your life where leverage could create exponential results. Is it through better tools, outsourcing tasks, or focusing on high-impact decisions? Take some time this week to reflect on this area and take a step forward.
Resilience and the Role of Leverage in Success
Everyone gets knocked down; check out my article on Tom Brady’s leadership principles and how focus and determination built high resilience.
When setbacks happen, leverage helps us rise faster. Whether it’s a strong network, adaptable skills, or a powerful winning mindset, those who build leverage into their lives don’t just recover—they come back stronger after any trauma.
Insider Action Step - Build resilience by leveraging relationships, knowledge, and systems that support your long-term success.
Stay mindful, stay purposeful.
Dr. Steven Soares
SPX+ Coaching
Need support crafting your 2025 goals?
Let's connect for a strategy session to create a tailored plan for your growth. Reach out at steven@stevensoares.com
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