Episode 021: Peripheral Thinking with Paul Daniels, Jr.

Paul Daniels, Jr. is an international speaker, board advisor for three startups, bestselling author of Innovation Whisperer, Co-Chair for the Climate Tech Awards in Paris, and Founder of Peripheral Thinkers.

Born and raised in Southern California, Paul lived in 26 homes before turning 30. Despite this constant change, he remained determined to succeed. At the age of 18, he started working full-time to pay for his studies and managed to balance his job and education. His hard work and dedication have enabled him to advance through various roles in his career.

In 2010, Paul discovered that he has dyslexia, the same time his daughter was also diagnosed with the condition. As someone with dyslexia, he has developed a unique way of observing the world around him.

His experiences with dyslexia have had a significant impact on the way he approaches challenges. He has acquired a unique perspective that allows him to think uniquely and creatively.

The way in which Paul deals with challenges has been greatly influenced by his experiences with dyslexia. He has acquired a unique perspective that allows him to think uniquely and creatively, creating an impact on companies of all sizes. 

Routine | Peripheral Thinking

Despite facing unique challenges due to his dyslexia, Paul has turned them into impressive skills and now utilizes peripheral thinking, which he shares with others. He implements this principle in his routines, which include:

1. Taking all inputs around him that might help him learn

2. Capture and categorize lessons learned

3. Writing in a journal before the day ends

4. Schedule three breaks throughout the year to explore new places

Success

Paul Daniels, Jr. believes that true success comes from living a life of purpose, driven by a deep passion to serve others. Through his remarkable journey, he has transformed the lives of countless individuals, and his insights have proven invaluable to businesses of all sizes. His story continues to serve as a beacon of hope for all those who, like him, face challenges due to dyslexia. He has inspired countless individuals and founded Peripheral Thinkers, sharing this super-skill with numerous leaders to help them develop and prosper in any market. 

Book Recommendations:

Peak Performance: Mindset Tools for Entrepreneurs (Peak Performance Series) Created by Erik Seversen

Connect With Paul Daniels, Jr.

Website https://www.pauldanielsjr.com/speaker

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauldanielsjr

Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe-Fh7jdVokKNH7ssescWEA

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pauldanielsjr/

Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B57KDMJF