How you start your day determines whether you win or lose. The right rituals in the morning can have an incredible impact on your performance at work and in life. In this newsletter, I want to share an article written by my friend, Matt Mayberry.  Matt is an author, speaker, and consultant that helps organizations […]

I love the Batman movies. My favorite is still the 1989 release starring Michael Keaton. The one that started it all for the modern-day big-screen Batman franchise. As a twenty-something young man whose life was in shambles, I remember being inspired by the Batman character. This troubled superhero channeled anger and grief into a force […]

Several years ago, I was having a conversation with a mentor about productive habits. Specifically, he was talking about the power of daily rituals that he used to stay focused and on track. He was one of the most disciplined people I had ever been around. A legit high-performer who left nothing to chance. He […]

There is a great debate among human development experts. One side says that the average person uses only 5% of their brain’s capacity. The other side argues that most people use 10% of their brain’s potential. My question – why aren’t we arguing on behalf of the 90 – 95% of our potential that is […]

I’ve never met a person who didn’t love the Peanuts character Charlie Brown. There’s something about him that makes us like him – to root for him when the chips are down. Maybe it’s his do-good nature or his naïve vulnerability that draws us in. Perhaps it’s his ability to wear one shirt every day […]

I recently posted the following on social media. “In order to help others, you have to take care of yourself first.” Before every flight, passengers are given a safety briefing. The very last thing we are told is that if oxygen masks are needed, to put your mask on first and then help those around […]

The other day I overheard someone say, “I am reinventing myself in 2022!” The way he said it made me laugh. It was as if there is a giant switch you can flip and instantly become someone else. It made me think of something my dad used to say. “Wherever you go, there you are.” […]

A new year. New goals. More resolutions. Renewed intentions. We all call it something different. It seems everyone has an opinion about how you should plan, prepare, and execute in the year ahead. I want to set you free in 2022. I don’t have a business plan. I will say it again. I don’t have […]

Four months ago, I couldn’t walk. Hip pain and a subsequent medical procedure left me on crutches. Keynotes were a challenge. Clients had to help me on and off the stage. Strangers helped me navigate airports and hotels. I was angry. I was determined to walk normally. I also wanted to run again. My son, […]

As we celebrate Thanksgiving this week, I have been reflecting on the past year or two, as I am sure many of you are. We have all been through so much and continue to face challenges every single day as a result of the storm we have been in. But I think we also have […]