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Passion: Articles that deal with the inner drive that we all need to want to MOVE from where we currently are to where we dream to be.
Preparation: These posts reference articles, books, documentaries, speakers, quotes, and other inspirational and formative ideas that I have found that helped me and the people around me.
Practice: Articles in this category have a heavy sports and performance training lean.
Performance: These articles focus on how you go about your work. From networking to communications to finding a better way to do what you do.
Perseverance: Articles in this category speak to the mechanics that we go through both mentally and physically to stay on track and not get STUCK.
The Power of Imagination: It’s Not Just For Kids
When we were young, imagination wasn’t entertainment. It was training. When no one was around, we invented games, invented opponents, invented teammates, and created moments so vivid we could feel the wind, the pressure, the crowd. The winning free throw wasn’t a fantasy—it was a full-body rehearsal. The impossible catch wasn’t a wish; it was a moment we had already lived a hundred times in our head.
And then we grew up.
But the skill didn’t disappear. The shot we actually hit. The pass we actually completed. The catch we actually made under pressure wasn’t random talent. It was a memory our mind created before our body ever experienced it.
We didn’t call it visualization. We didn’t need a guru or a seminar. We just imagined it. And imagination expanded our courage long before we could spell “confidence.”
Preparation Disguised as Pain
Every leader eventually faces a season where everything they’ve relied on stops working. The strategy that once brought success falters. The habits that once produced momentum stall. We want growth to be smooth and success to make sense, but real development rarely happens in comfort. The truth is, pain often arrives dressed as preparation. The weight you’re cursing might be the very resistance building what ease never could.
Anchors vs. Sails: Culture and Life
Every team, every business, every person carries two forces: drag and drive. Drag slows you when the wind is perfect. Drive moves you when the wind is dead. The truth is, most organizations don’t fail for lack of talent. Most people don’t fail because of lack of ambition. They fail because they quietly add anchors to their lives and wonder why they aren’t moving.
Anchors and sails are more than metaphors for culture. They’re daily realities, choices you bolt onto the hull of your team, and choices you bolt onto the hull of your own life. And here’s the deeper truth: not all anchors and sails are the same. Some protect you. Some destroy you. Some sails drive you forward. Others blow you wildly off course.
Noise vs Signal: Sharpening Your Focus
Every team, every business, and every individual lives between two competing frequencies: noise and signal. Noise is motion without meaning; the constant hum of distraction that fills every open space. Signal is clarity with purpose, the steady tone that cuts through the static and points toward true north. The truth is, most organizations don’t crumble from a lack of ideas. Most people don’t fail because they lack ambition. They fail because the signal gets drowned out by noise, and they mistake activity for progress.
Legacy Isn’t History. It’s Hunger.
The word legacy gets thrown around like a trophy — something to show off, something to admire, something to protect. But legacy isn’t preservation. It’s propulsion. It’s not a monument to what was — it’s a mandate for what still must be done. When we start protecting our past instead of producing our future, the clock starts ticking on everything we built.
The Power to Rise When the Ground Breaks
Everyone loves to talk about resilience—until they actually have to live it. It sounds good in a meeting, looks inspiring on a poster, but in practice, resilience is ugly. It’s scraped knees, sleepless nights, and the quiet grind of showing up again after failure just knocked the wind out of you.
Resilience isn’t optimism. Optimism says, “It’ll be fine.” Resilience says, “Even if it’s not fine, I’ll find a way through.” Optimism looks for a silver lining. Resilience forges one out of fire. It doesn’t deny pain. It doesn’t escape struggle. It uses both as fuel to keep moving when everything else says stop.
Time Leadership: Why Managing Minutes Isn’t Enough
Time gets treated like it’s negotiable. As if it can be wasted, stretched, or made up later. Too many live like the clock is on their side, when in reality, it’s the most unforgiving opponent they’ll ever face. Money can be recovered, teams can be rebuilt, health can be restored … but time never comes back. The clock doesn’t care about your excuses. It doesn’t care about your intentions. It just runs.
That’s why “time management” has always felt like a lie. You don’t manage time. You don’t control it. What you manage are your choices. What you lead is your attention. And what separates great leaders from average ones isn’t that they have more hours in the day—it’s that they treat every hour like it matters.
Self-Discipline: The Standard That Builds Everything Else
Motivation gets you moving. Excitement gets you started. But neither lasts. They fade the moment the grind begins. The separator—the trait that holds everything together when the spark is gone—is self-discipline.
Self-discipline is the refusal to compromise with excuses. It’s the ability to keep your commitments long after the mood you made them in has disappeared. It’s not about punishment or perfection. It’s about consistency when it would be easier to coast, about living by standards instead of feelings. Without it, nothing else matters. With it, you can outlast talent, outpace comfort, and outwork doubt.
Creativity: The Courage to Break the Pattern
Most people think creativity is about being artistic, activities such as painting, music, and design. But in leadership, creativity is something else entirely. It’s the courage to look at the same situation as everyone else and see a different possibility. It’s refusing to get trapped in “the way it’s always been.” Creativity is not optional for leaders. It’s survival. Because the moment you stop creating, you start copying. And when you’re copying, you’re already behind.
Creativity isn’t chaos. It’s not throwing ideas against a wall and hoping something sticks. It’s disciplined freedom—the willingness to explore new approaches without abandoning standards. It’s the grit to innovate, not for novelty’s sake, but because yesterday’s solutions won’t solve tomorrow’s problems.
When No One’s Watching: The Weight of Character
In a world that thrives on visibility and recognition, the true measure of strength lies in what we do when no one is watching. Imagine this: The person above you just dumped a load of work on your desk, then they gave you a 5:00 pm deadline. You put your head down and go to work. There’s no audience, no cheering section—just you and your resolve. In these moments, where effort meets silence, we discover what character truly means. Every day, we see how far we have grown as we watch how our true selves emerge when the spotlight fades away, highlighting the importance of doing the hard work for our growth and integrity.
Unleashing Your Potential
Have you ever felt that spark inside you, a desire to become the best version of yourself? Welcome to the exhilarating world of personal growth and self-improvement! This journey is about reaching new heights and transforming your life into one full of purpose, fulfillment, and happiness. By setting clear goals, developing empowering habits, learning from your experiences, and embracing continuous evolution, you can unlock your full potential and create a meaningful life.
Bouncing Back: Overcoming Adversity
Life is challenging, filled with good times and bad, and no one is immune to this. While the highs are memorable, the challenging lows often test our strength and resolve. Overcoming adversity and building resilience are essential skills that allow us to work through life’s inevitable hardships gracefully.
Navigating Chaos with Grace: The Indomitable Spirit of Three Remarkable Women
Life can be a rollercoaster ride filled with ups, downs, twists, and turns. Each of us faces struggles, whether personal, professional, or familial. Today, I want to shine a light on three incredible women who embody resilience and illustrate the superpower of resilience. From a talented clown who brings joy, a former assistant battling cancer, and a dedicated bodybuilder facing family health challenges, these stories remind us that even the strongest among us sometimes struggle.
Invest in Positive Relationships
Have you ever walked away from a conversation feeling more exhausted than when you entered? Or perhaps you've found yourself dreading interactions with certain people in your life. It’s time to take a step back and reevaluate the relationships we invest our time and energy into. Life is too short to spend it with individuals who drain our spirit!
Performance Mindset: Nerves or Excitement?
In the high-stakes arena of performance—whether it be in sports, public speaking, or any challenging endeavor two powerful forces often come into play: nerves and pent-up excitement. Understanding the distinction between these emotions can have a significant impact on your performance and overall experience.
The Myth of Either / Or: Embracing Parenthood and Professional Excellence
We’ve been lied to. A subtle, insidious lie that whispers in our ears: "You can either be a great parent or be great at your job." Pick one." This false dichotomy has haunted countless mothers and fathers, creating a constant tug-of-war between career aspirations and the love for their children. But what if I told you that you DON’T have to choose? What if excelling in both realms is not only possible but also profoundly enriching?
Don’t Confuse a Whim as Passion
During our lifetime, we often find ourselves wearing multiple masks. Each mask represents a different role we play, each passion we claim to pursue. But what happens when the line between genuine passion and whimsical fancy becomes blurred? The allure of new interests can seduce us into believing they are our true calling. This mistake can lead to a chaotic turn of fleeting enthusiasm, leaving us exhausted and unfulfilled. I have witnessed this trend more and more, so I thought I would write about the struggle between passions and whims in the hope of highlighting the divide between the two and refocusing our attention on authentic pursuits.
Embrace the Moment!
Do you ever find yourself daydreaming about the "good old days"? Maybe it’s the carefree moments of youth or the thrilling adventures from a few years back. Yet, what if I told you that the “good old days” aren’t just a thing of the past? In fact, they’re happening right now! Twenty or thirty or forty years from today, you'll likely look back and wish you could relive these exact moments, but with a newfound understanding of how to make them even better. No matter how hard things are, you will look back and remember these moments. I thought I would write about how I have slowed time down by enjoying the moment, the old “carpe diem” that Robin Williams spoke of eloquently to his students in the movie “Dead Poets Society”.
Unlocking the Secrets of Rest
Sleep is not just a time to recharge my body; it is a powerful force that shapes my mental, emotional, and physical well-being. If you can’t do anything else to take care of yourself—workout, eat right, walk, do yoga, hydrate—getting a full night's rest will be a bridge to staying healthy.
Own It: It's Your Fault
One of the most complex truths to accept is that the person you see in the mirror is ultimately responsible for where you are today. This realization can be both empowering and daunting. It prompts us to reflect on our choices—good and bad—and to recognize that we hold the reins of our destiny.