Personal Development Archives

Welcome to the cornerstone of my site: The Personal Development section. Here, you'll find my best articles and podcast episodes about self-improvement, productivity, motivation, habits, happiness, relationships, and more.

By Dean Bokhari / Club 12, communication

How to deliver speeches that inspire

This is a complimentary lesson from my Club 12 communication series, Words the Work: 5 Skills to Become a Dangerously Effective Communicator. How …

By Dean Bokhari / how to build habits

How to Build Habits (The Research-Backed Way)

“In any discussion about success, the words “discipline” and “habit” ultimately intersect. Though separate in meaning, they powerfully connect to form …

By Dean Bokhari / 125Method™, How to Overcome Procrastination

How to Overcome Procrastination with the Next Action Method

I created a Next Action worksheet to help you stop procrastinating and start taking focused, targeted action toward accomplishing your most important …

By Dean Bokhari / generosity

Generosity: The Backdoor to Abundance

Generosity is the act of voluntarily giving your time, resources, or kindness – without expecting a damn thing back for having done so. Most of us …

By Dean Bokhari / New Year's Goals

New Years Goal Setting—8 Unconventional Ways to Meet Your Goals + Make Your Habits Stick in 2026

8 Unconventional Ideas to Make 2026 a Smashing Success by Dean Bokhari These ain't your typical "make 2026 your best year" tips. Read on …

By Dean Bokhari / Productive Meetings

How to Have Productive Meetings

1. Set Clear Meeting Goals + Objectives. If you just stroll into a meeting without knowing why, it's not going to be a productive meeting. …

By Dean Bokhari / Series: Peak Performance Principles