Shark Theory With Baylor Barbee

In this episode, Baylor Barbee breaks down the difference between just having a day and designing one. Too many of us rely on hope and chance, saying things like “I hope today’s good,” or excusing bad days with “I woke up on the wrong side of the bed.” Baylor challenges you to flip that script and engineer a great day by framing it from the start, building momentum through small wins, and reframing setbacks into opportunities. Key Takeaways: Hope Isn’t a Strategy: Waiting for circumstances to align leaves your day to chance. Frame It Early: Start the day expecting something great to happen—your mind will look for proof. Momentum Over Motivation: Stack small wins to fuel your energy and keep moving forward. Reframe Challenges: You can’t always change the situation, but you can change the angle you view it from. Control Your Narrative: You can fool yourself into mediocrity—or into greatness. Choose wisely. Notable Quotes: “Hopes and wishes are not strategies.” “Wake up with the expectation that